Welcome to the heart of Holmes Beach, just four blocks (a five-minute stroll) to the beach! Blue Bella is a comfortable, contemporary 1,822 sf Anna Maria ranch home with five bedrooms and three baths. The home sleeps up to ten guests. Enjoy a pool, a shaded, fenced back patio with a grill, alfresco dining, and a fire pit circled by Adirondack chairs. Landscaped front gardens boast palms and hibiscus bushes. The exterior of Blue Bella is painted a vibrant sapphire blue with white trim, matching the crystal clear aquamarine Gulf waters and sugar sand beaches. This central neighborhood has a friendly, laid-back vibe. Navigating the island is a breeze with convenient transportation options. The free Island Trolley stops nearby. Blue Bella is ideal for family vacations, wedding guests, reunions, fishing/boating/golfing trips, or that annual girl’s getaway. Living Space: The living area has a tile floor, a sectional sofa, two upholstered armchairs, a coffee table, an entertainment center with a large Smart TV, and a sleek modern ceiling fan. Sliding glass doors open from the living room to the private backyard pool and patio. This indoor/outdoor living space makes for easy entertaining. The light, bright, and airy interior has earth tones: dune and driftwood, with crisp white trim and beadboard. Decor and furnishings have shades of blue that contrast the earth tones. Relax here to socialize, read, or stream your favorite shows. Kitchen: The fully equipped kitchen has white cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, including a 4-burner glass-top electric range, oven, French door fridge/freezer combo with an ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, and double-basin sink. There is plenty of counter space for meal prep! The breakfast bar, which offers stool seating for two, is a great spot to sip your morning coffee or fresh-squeezed citrus juice. Additional items include a drip coffee maker, a toaster, and a fantastic blender for fun drinks. The kitchen has utensils and dishware, pots and pans, and a starter set for essentials like dish soap, trash bags, etc. Just off the kitchen is a stackable washer and dryer. Dining: The coastal-style dining area is below a modern geometric chandelier. The large square table seats eight. Prepare a tropical fruit salad for lunch, grill steaks, or fresh seafood for dinner. This large table is a comfortable gathering space to share family-style meals. A floor-to-ceiling window overlooks the front gardens. Bedrooms & Bathrooms: This spacious ranch home has 5br/3ba, seven beds, and can accommodate up to ten guests. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the east side of the home. The primary bedroom on the east side has an ensuite bathroom and a door to the back patio. The west side features two bedrooms and a jack-and-jill bathroom. Every bedroom has closet space and a television. The sparkling-clean bathrooms have oversized granite vanities, well-lit mirrors, towels, hairdryers, and toiletries. Bedroom Overview: Primary Bedroom #1: 1 King Bed (Sleeps 2) Guest Bedroom #2: 2 Twin Beds (Sleeps 2) Guest Bedroom #3: 1 Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Guest Bedroom #4: 2 Twin Beds (Sleeps 2) Guest Bedroom #5: 1 Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) Outdoor Amenities: Blue Bella has a beautifully landscaped front yard with tropical plantings, palms, and a horseshoe driveway. A private, fenced backyard boasts a patio, a pool, plenty of chaise lounge chairs for relaxing, an alfresco dining table, and a grill. Sip a cocktail poolside as you enjoy island breezes fragrant with frangipani. The pool gets some shade late in the day, just in time to cool off. Grill burgers, fresh seafood, or kabobs for dinner and dine alfresco below vivid island sunsets. After dinner, gather around the fire pit for cocktails or s’mores. This backyard is a quiet and serene communal gathering place. The central location of Blue Bella is within walking distance of beaches, shops, galleries, restaurants, bars, entertainment, nightlife, and breakfast spots. The white sand beaches of Anna Maria (just a five-minute stroll from Blue Bella) flaunt the prettiest seashells in Florida. Anna Maria is also a top US location for rare seashells. The Neighborhood: Start your day watching the sunrise over the bay; end your day watching a stunning sunset on the beach. Swim in the turquoise Gulf of Mexico, where dolphins and manatees play daily. Bring your fishing gear to cast a line off the pier, or rent a boat to get out on deep water and fish. Walk to 14 different restaurants! The prime location offers a leisurely stroll to boutiques, entertainment, grocery markets, and pharmacy. Nearby are boat rentals, sunset cruises, jet skis, bikes, paddleboards, boats, parasailing, scooters, and kayak rentals. Anna Maria Island Beach Rentals has engaged VacayHome to ensure this listing contains all the information you need and that it is easy for you to book via search engines & online channels. VacayHome is connected directly to the property management system used by Anna Maria Island Beach Rentals which ensures that availability & rates are up-to-date & accurate. When you book, VacayHome processes payment on behalf of Anna Maria Island Beach Rentals and a charge will appear on your statement as "VacayHome". VacayHome will send you a confirmation e-mail that contains all the information you need to prepare for your vacation including arrival instructions. VacayHome has a 24 x 7 team to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have prior to arrival. 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