Anna Maria Island cottage rental

Previously a private writer's retreat, Twin Palms Cottage is the smaller cousin attached to our larger home, Twin Palms. However, both are thoroughly private and offer their own special character and charm. We love the intimate feel of the Cottage; all you can see from the many windows is the lush outside landscaping. It makes you feel like you're in a private tropical oasis. Like Twin Palms, this is just a short walk to the beach (about 300 meters). We recently remodeled this 900-square foot unit and upgraded the kitchen and living areas to create a comfortable, open space.

There's a Great room with an open Kitchen with custom bamboo countertops and a large apron sink. As one of the owners is a chef and food writer, it's well equipped with quality cookware, knives, spices and so on. The living room has comfortable classic bamboo and rattan furniture. A huge, sturdy coffee table offers a place to relax, play games or eat. A brand-new 27-inch flat-screen TV with DVD/VCR player is hidden in a beautiful, dark wood cabinet from Indonesia. The cottage features tiled floors throughout, with quality rugs offering a bit of comfort under the feet.

The bedrooms are separated by sliding wood French doors. The two bedrooms are to one side of the house, making them very quiet and private. One we call the "garden" bedroom has two walls of windows -- you can see nothing but lush greenery and palms. The other bedroom, the "Patio" bedroom has its own private sun deck through sliding glass doors. Both bedrooms have brand new Sealy Posturpedic queen-sized beds with down duvets, down pillows and 300+ quality linens. The backyard has a wonderful hammock strung between two palm trees, plus a private tiki gazebo. There's another patio deck off one of the bedrooms. A boat dock that comes with the house, just a few blocks away. You can launch kayaks from there, fish or even rent your own boat and keep it there during your stay.

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The Cottage has high-efficiency air-conditioning, high-speed wireless internet service, high-capacity washer and dryer, cable TV with 90+ channels, brand new DVD and VCR with a video library of 30+ titles. We also supply beach toys, umbrellas, chairs and beach towels. Children are more than welcome; we have a high chair, folding crib, toys and other kid needs, so please inquire on availability. This unit is adjacent to Twin Palms, which sleeps six. Rented together, they can sleep 10 people in beds. We have a wonderful manager who lives just four blocks away. She manages only Twin Palms, so you're assured great service. Check out our web site for a full virtual tour!

AMENITIES

Type: Gulf Side Cottage

2 Bedroom...2 queen
sleeps 4...one bath

Full Kitchen...dishes/cookware/utensils
dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffeemaker, all clad cookware
washer/dryer, linens/towels/beach towels
air conditioning
cable TV (2), VCR (2), DVD (2), stereo, CD, phone, answering machine, wireless Internet
patio, deck, open porch, BBQ, outside shower
boat dock

Sorry, no pets; please smoke outdoors.

RATES & INFO

* TWO-WEEK MINIMUM RENTAL *

Jan-April 2009: $3,250 month, $1,970 -- 14 days

May-Aug 2009: $2,675 month, $1,775 -- 14 days

Sept-Dec 2009: $2,375 month, $1,670 -- 14 days

Jan-April 2010: $3,250 month, $1,970 - 14 days

May-Aug 2010: $2,675 month, $1,775 -- 14 days

Sept-Dec 2010: $2,350 month, $1,670 -- 14 days

***Minimum rental is 14 days,*** shorter stays considered in summer, autumn or as late bookings. Since this is a home and not just your usual rental, we simply do not accept bookings for less than seven days. Bookings of less than 14 days may be subjected to a slightly higher rate, so please inquire. Requires $80 cleaning fee, deposit required (dependent on length of stay). All utilities included, as well as long-distance phone service throughout the U.S. and to western Europe. Check in is anytime after 4 p.m. date of arrival, check out is by 11 a.m. date of departure unless otherwise arranged. A wonderful local manager is only four blocks away, managing only this property (and she's terrific; she may even bake you brownies!)

For details, booking, contact:
Irene
941-778-5522