Do you and your significant other need some quality time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Do you have a special anniversary coming up that you want to be memorable, or are you perhaps looking for a great honeymoon destination? In any case, look no further than Anna Maria Island!
Today, we will be showing you just how you can have that romantic getaway that you have been dreaming of with an Anna Maria Island vacation rental.
We will also be taking a look at some of our favorite romantic restaurants and spas and looking at other romantic things to do on Anna Maria Island with your loved one, such as a personalized picnic on the beach or a cruise to catch one of Anna Maria’s spectacular sunsets! We’ll even help you with where to stay, with our beautiful range of Anna Maria vacation rentals, so you can start looking forward to your romantic getaway right away. You’ll soon be making memories that last a lifetime!
Anna Maria Island is located just off Florida’s southern coast and has long been treasured as the perfect romantic getaway destination thanks to its pristine white-sand beaches, gorgeous sunsets, laid-back atmosphere, ample sunshine, and an endless list of things to do and experience as a couple!
It is also very easy to get to this island, with bridges connecting it to the mainland and several airports nearby, such as Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), Tampa International Airport (TPA), and Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Romantic Restaurants On Anna Maria Island
We all know the connection between food and love; Anna Maria Island understands this with its love for the dining experience!
The island’s fresh cuisine is, of course, heavily influenced by the sea, with lots of fresh fish and seafood for you to enjoy. If you’re not a big fan of seafood, don’t worry! You will be spoilt for the choice of restaurants on Anna Maria Island! Refreshingly, Anna Maria Island is unique in that you won’t find big fast-food chains on the island!
We understand that a romantic occasion deserves that “little extra something,” which is why we have recommended two of the best, in our opinion, Anna Maria Island restaurants for you to visit during your visit to Anna Maria Island.
The Beach Bistro
Situated directly on the beachfront, this award-winning restaurant has been serving outstanding, memorable occasions for over 35 years! ZAGAT, the international restaurant rating guide, rated this restaurant 4.9 stars which is no mean feat! Only a few other restaurants in America have achieved the same rating! The Beach Bistro has even won the ZAGAT’s “Top Restaurants In America” award!
In its strive for perfection, the Beach Bistro uses only the finest quality local produce, and aside from its delicious food, it is known for having a particularly extensive wine list! With water views and the option to dine ‘al fresco’ or inside, The Beach Bistro makes for the perfect dinner date!
The Beach Bistro is located at 6600 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach, FL 34217.
Plan Your Visit
Contact the team at Florida Dreams to start planning your dream beach getaway today! Browse our full rental catalog to find the perfect property for your vacation needs.
The Sandbar
The Sandbar lets you dip your toes in the sand while you dine on the beach and is most famed as being one of the best places to catch one of Anna Maria Island’s incredible sunsets! Running in its current capacity since 1979, the Sandbar building goes way back to 1911 in Anna Maria Island’s history.
The mission of The Sandbar is to provide guests with a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience. We have recommended it as part of any romantic getaway to Anna Maria Island because, in our opinion, nothing gets more romantic than a meal right on the beach!
The Sandbar is located at 100, Spring Avenue, Anna Maria, FL 34216.
Have a Spa Day
Vacations are all about unwinding, and nothing helps you de-stress more than a day at the spa! You and your partner will feel re-energized and revitalized after an Anna Maria Island couple’s massage feeling closer and better than ever!
This is why we have listed some of our favorite Anna Maria Island spas where you can enjoy a day of pampering with your partner:
Visit Sea-Renity Beach Spa for the only massage offered directly on the beach or in a cute tiki-hut on the beach if you prefer! It is located at 9805 Gulf Dr, Anna Maria, FL 34216. For a beautiful zen garden, yoga on the beach, and treatments that include acupuncture, try Aluna Wellness and Spa located at 2219 Gulf Dr N, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217. The largest full-service spa on the island of Anna Maria is the Body & Sol Spa and Wellness located at 9805 Gulf Drive, Anna Maria, FL 34216.
Have A Romantic Picnic
Anna Maria Island is known for its spectacular sunsets, so why not organize a beautiful picnic feast on the beach? If you would prefer a brunch set up, that is also possible, thanks to Sandy Toes Luxury Beach Picnics on Anna Maria Island, which offers a great service of designing customized picnics for you and your loved ones based on your vision!
Sandy Toes Luxury Beach Picnics cater for many romantic celebrations like Valentine’s Day, marriage proposals, or dinner dates. They have customizable menus and different themes to choose from, and they even offer photography services. For more details, get in touch with Sandy Toes Luxury Beach Picnics to plan your romantic picnic!
Take A Sunset Cruise
You really can’t miss taking an Anna Maria Island sunset cruise during your romantic getaway! We think a sunset cruise is one of the best ways to spend your evening before heading back to your Anna Maria island rental. Island Pearl Excursions offers sunset tours departing daily from the Seafood Shack restaurant in Cortez. Aboard, your captain will make sure you are in a perfect spot to catch that magical sunset moment!
Book Your Anna Maria Island Rental
You will need somewhere to stay now that you have decided you are coming to Anna Maria Island! At Florida Dreams Realty, our passionate team is always on hand to help you find the perfect property for your romantic getaway.
Our Anna Maria Island vacation rentals are some of the most desired rental properties on the island! We have vacation rentals in Anna Maria City, Holmes Beach, and Bradenton Beach which are the three main towns of Anna Maria Island. Anna Maria City is situated in the north of the island and is mostly a residential town. Holmes Beach is located at the center of the island and is the main commercial hub of the island, while lastly, Bradenton Beach is a town in the south of the island that still retains its Old Florida charm! All of our properties are exactly as depicted and come well-equipped and fully stocked!
For the most romantic of getaways, we highly recommend our Anna Maria Island condo rentals located right on the water’s edge. So, what are you waiting for? Get in touch with us at Florida Dreams Realty today to book your romantic getaway on the beautiful Anna Maria Island!
