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NANCY'S TIPS ON WHERE TO STAY... Anna Maria, Florida has a number of options depending on your needs. Below are Nancy's very own vacation rentals, along with another suggestion. Should those all be booked up feel free to drop us a line and let us know. We're not a travel agency but will certainly try to lend a helping hand by offering some tips to make your search easier! Nancy’s Very Own... If you are looking for a luxury resort style vacation rental then look no further than Sirenia Beach House! Rejuvenate in the heated salt water pool & spa or lounge on the luxurious outdoor furnishings under tiki huts on our backyard beach. The deep water canal is at your backdoor to enjoy fishing and water activities or simply watch for manatees from the dock. Steps to the beach, this is truly a one of a kind vacation destination! Nancy's Other Vacation Rental... Sirenia By The Sea is a sprawling luxury vacation rental perfectly located on the waterfront just steps from the pristine beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. You can’t get any closer deep water access this close to the beach! Beautifully appointed inside it's perfect for a large group with two separate living rooms. Enjoy al fresco meals at the outdoor dining table by the pool followed by a short stroll to the beach to watch a fabulous sunset. Nancy Suggests... Mainsail Beach Inn is a TripAdvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence winner. The resort directly overlooks the beach and has 12 upscale vacation rentals, all with beachfront access. They do have some 3 bedroom units which make an ideal (if a little smaller) base for your family if we happen to be full. There is a communal swimming pool, hot tub, pool side grill, and beach lounge chairs & umbrellas. NANCY'S Practical Tips... Fishing Licenses... Expect Traffic Slow Downs!... Local Ordinances... One of our best Fishing Tips is to avoid getting a fishing license if you don't need one! Fishing with a licensed operator of a boat charging fees for fishing or from any of the three piers who are licensed is permitted without your own license. You can check all the regulations here... On Anna Maria there are draw bridges with boat traffic, the free Island Trolley that makes frequent stops on the main roads, as well as many pedestrian crossings that you do have to stop for. So