This song was writen by a man who truly loves Anna Maria Island , he preformed it at "Island Got Talent " Show Sunday August 23rd and again on Sunday August 30th and even though he didn't win the competition or even place you will enjoy his song about the Island take a listen.
http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/206/082309-22-musical-islands-got-talent-male-sandbar
His song makes most of us want to head to the Island for the day, kick back an enjoy the beauty of the Island. I hope enjoy his song about our beloved island.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, August 30, 2009
AMISun Story on “Island Got Talent” Show
ANNA MARIA – A 12-year-old girl with Frank Sinatra pipes and a pair of dancers with moves from “So You Think You Can Dance” were among the second round winners in the Island’s Got Talent contest Sunday night.
The talent competition, sponsored by the Sandbar Restaurant, drew 26 amateurs of all ages, and eight will compete in the finals on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Sandbar.
Maria Wirries, 12, dazzled the audience by belting out “New York, New York” like a veteran Broadway songster, earning the only perfect 30 score of the evening from judges Katy Demick, Jim Turner and Mark Ibasfalean.http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/198/082309-12-musical-islands-got-talent-female-maria-sandbar
Two contestants, singer/guitarist Taylor Zebracki and singer/songwriter Jonathan Petrelli, both had scores of 29.
Four contestants earned scores of 27: singer Kara Hosler, who performed in the first round last week, singer Adrian Merritt, singer/guitarist Chip Ragsdale and singer Hannah Roemer.
Phillip Morehouse and Casey Lowrimore danced their way into a 26 score, covering the dance floor with sophisticated moves. http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/199/082309-13-improvisation-islands-got-talent-male-female-dance-sandbar
Other contestants sang inspirational hip-hop, cracked jokes and played the blues.
In Sunday’s final contest, all contestants will perform two pieces. The first place winner will receive $300, second place will receive a $150 Sandbar gift card and third place will receive a $75 Sandbar gift card.
All winners will receive a Green Screen Audition from True Hollywood Screen Test Pro Audition and a stage performance at the Talent and Film Expo at the Manatee Convention Center on Sept. 19, where national talent and film scouts will meet to interview local area talent.
Sunday’s performances may be viewed at www.truehollywoodscreentest.net.
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Posted by beachtrip4u
The talent competition, sponsored by the Sandbar Restaurant, drew 26 amateurs of all ages, and eight will compete in the finals on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Sandbar.
Maria Wirries, 12, dazzled the audience by belting out “New York, New York” like a veteran Broadway songster, earning the only perfect 30 score of the evening from judges Katy Demick, Jim Turner and Mark Ibasfalean.http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/198/082309-12-musical-islands-got-talent-female-maria-sandbar
Two contestants, singer/guitarist Taylor Zebracki and singer/songwriter Jonathan Petrelli, both had scores of 29.
Four contestants earned scores of 27: singer Kara Hosler, who performed in the first round last week, singer Adrian Merritt, singer/guitarist Chip Ragsdale and singer Hannah Roemer.
Phillip Morehouse and Casey Lowrimore danced their way into a 26 score, covering the dance floor with sophisticated moves. http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/199/082309-13-improvisation-islands-got-talent-male-female-dance-sandbar
Other contestants sang inspirational hip-hop, cracked jokes and played the blues.
In Sunday’s final contest, all contestants will perform two pieces. The first place winner will receive $300, second place will receive a $150 Sandbar gift card and third place will receive a $75 Sandbar gift card.
All winners will receive a Green Screen Audition from True Hollywood Screen Test Pro Audition and a stage performance at the Talent and Film Expo at the Manatee Convention Center on Sept. 19, where national talent and film scouts will meet to interview local area talent.
Sunday’s performances may be viewed at www.truehollywoodscreentest.net.
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Plenty to do at Florida Best Secret AMI
Now that school is back in full swing and the summer vacations are over our peaceful Island has some great deals for those who want to get away. Whether you are looking for a 3bedroom home with a pool for a week or a 1bedroom Gulf unit for three nights or an Island beach cottage, we have the places for you at a price you only dreamed of. Check out our specials at http://www.islandvacationproperties.com look under specials page, my favorites are Hammock in the Sun & Sweet Escape , or for a real deal call about Island West 800-778-9599.There are still things to do on the island even when it’s the quiet time. Sunday August 30th the Sandbar Restaurant will be holding it’s finals for “Island Got Talent” at 6pm, so you can come out enjoy the local talent a watch the sunset. If that is not for you Artist Elalyn Leopold will be displaying her paintings at the Sun House Restaurant August 31st thru Sept 3, she’ll demonstrate her work and meet vistors from 6pm to 8pm. Her works can also be seen at Artiests’ Guild gallery at 5414 Marina Drive on Holmes Beach, which is featuring “Wild and Crazy” art in September. If you like Plays “Crazy for You” can be seen at Manatee Players call 941-748-5875 for more details. There are plenty of watersports too, kayaking, paddlesurfing, jet sking, fishing , boating and Parasailing to only menetion a few. There is night music at serveral of the beach restaurants from the Manatee public beach, Surf Up, BeachHouse, Bridgetender to the steel drums of Jamrocks, check the Islander and Sun for details. So what ever you like to do the Island has something for you.
Sweet EscapeHome111 4th Street South2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $595.00REDUCED TO: $536.00 WOW! That’s less than $77.00 a night
Offer Good:Affordable island getaway! Reduced from $595 per week to $536 per week until December 15th.
Hammock in the SunHome113 Hammock3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths with POOL
WAS: $1,890.00REDUCED TO: $1,695.00 YOU CAN NOT GET MUCH LOWER THAN THIS, This House is Hugh
Offer Good:Reduced from $1890 to $1695 until December 15th. Unbelievable
Beach House Resort 9Condo1000 Gulf Drive, Unit 91 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $468.00REDUCED TO: $375.00 YOU SAVE $93.00! GULF FRONT
Offer Good:3 night getaways Monday – Thursday! Normally $468 reduced to $375 for 3 night stays until December 15th.
Islands West Resort 5Resort3605 Gulf Drive,Captiva Island S1 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $437.00REDUCED TO: $345.00 YOU SAVE $92.00!
Offer Good:08/26/2009 – 12/15/20093 night getaways Monday – Thursday! Normally $437 reduced to $345 for 3 night stays until December 15th.
SAVE $92.00!
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http://islandvacationproperties.com check out current events and specials
http://AMISUN.com http://groupersandwich.com
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Sweet EscapeHome111 4th Street South2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $595.00REDUCED TO: $536.00 WOW! That’s less than $77.00 a night
Offer Good:Affordable island getaway! Reduced from $595 per week to $536 per week until December 15th.
Hammock in the SunHome113 Hammock3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths with POOL
WAS: $1,890.00REDUCED TO: $1,695.00 YOU CAN NOT GET MUCH LOWER THAN THIS, This House is Hugh
Offer Good:Reduced from $1890 to $1695 until December 15th. Unbelievable
Beach House Resort 9Condo1000 Gulf Drive, Unit 91 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $468.00REDUCED TO: $375.00 YOU SAVE $93.00! GULF FRONT
Offer Good:3 night getaways Monday – Thursday! Normally $468 reduced to $375 for 3 night stays until December 15th.
Islands West Resort 5Resort3605 Gulf Drive,Captiva Island S1 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $437.00REDUCED TO: $345.00 YOU SAVE $92.00!
Offer Good:08/26/2009 – 12/15/20093 night getaways Monday – Thursday! Normally $437 reduced to $345 for 3 night stays until December 15th.
SAVE $92.00!
http://twitter.com/ivpbeachhouse
http://islandvacationproperties.com check out current events and specials
http://AMISUN.com http://groupersandwich.com
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Friday, August 28, 2009
Island Paradise a waits you on Anna Maria Island
Island Vacation Properties is located on beautiful Anna Maria Island on Florida’s Central Gulf Coast, at the entrance to Tampa Bay, and offers the finest in Florida Gulf Coast vacation rentals and area real estate sales. We also have rental properties on Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.
Spectacular vacation rental locations include Gulf of Mexico front homes on white sugar sand beaches, bayfront units with views of the Intracoastal waterway, canal homes, and condominium units with swimming pools and other great features. Our air conditioned rentals are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a comfortable, worry-free vacation on Anna Maria Island.
Visit Anna Maria this autumn! Great weather; no crowds; low prices!
Azure SeasHome779 North Shore Drive3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $2,725.00REDUCED TO: $1,907.50
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Sunset Terrace 202Condo2312 Gulf Drive 2022 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
Rent a week – get a week FREE!
SAVE $1295!!
TikiHome3214 Gulf Drive3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $2,725.00REDUCED TO: $1,907.50
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Visit us at http//:www.islandvacationproperties.com or call 800-778-9599
Spectacular vacation rental locations include Gulf of Mexico front homes on white sugar sand beaches, bayfront units with views of the Intracoastal waterway, canal homes, and condominium units with swimming pools and other great features. Our air conditioned rentals are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a comfortable, worry-free vacation on Anna Maria Island.
Visit Anna Maria this autumn! Great weather; no crowds; low prices!
Azure SeasHome779 North Shore Drive3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $2,725.00REDUCED TO: $1,907.50
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Sunset Terrace 202Condo2312 Gulf Drive 2022 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
Rent a week – get a week FREE!
SAVE $1295!!
TikiHome3214 Gulf Drive3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $2,725.00REDUCED TO: $1,907.50
Offer Good:08/06/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Visit us at http//:www.islandvacationproperties.com or call 800-778-9599
Fishing New from Capt. Zach posted in Bradenton Herald
Head out early or late for the best results
Published Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:00 am
by Capt. "Zach" Zacharias
At the top of the tide most of the backwater gamefish are going way back in the shade to feed on all the goodies there and then drop off to the edges of the flats on the huge outgoing tides to feed. Finding any hungry fish in between has been a challenge.
I made a trip out to Egmont Key on Thursday. We fished the Hillsborough County reef just southeast of the south point of Egmont and got tore up with some big grouper, caught some nice snapper and spanish mackerel.
We moved over to the deep grass edge between the pilot boat docks and the Coast Guard dock and had some good action with more mackerel, snapper and trout.
A half-day trip Friday morning found large numbers of mangrove snapper in North Sarasota Bay. They were the bulk of the catch; however, we tried several spots for redfish to no avail and by the time we went after some trout the tide had pretty much maxed out high and they were not biting very good.
Concentrating your angling efforts very early or very late in the day will produce the best results right now.Good luck and good fishing. Be careful out there.
Capt. "Zach" Zacharias
(941) 795-5026
E-mail: zachap@aol.com
Docked on Palma Sola Bay at Parrot Cove Marina/Sunny Shores
115th Street West and 36th Avenue, Cortez, FL 34215
Published Saturday, August 22, 2009 1:00 am
by Capt. "Zach" Zacharias
At the top of the tide most of the backwater gamefish are going way back in the shade to feed on all the goodies there and then drop off to the edges of the flats on the huge outgoing tides to feed. Finding any hungry fish in between has been a challenge.
I made a trip out to Egmont Key on Thursday. We fished the Hillsborough County reef just southeast of the south point of Egmont and got tore up with some big grouper, caught some nice snapper and spanish mackerel.
We moved over to the deep grass edge between the pilot boat docks and the Coast Guard dock and had some good action with more mackerel, snapper and trout.
A half-day trip Friday morning found large numbers of mangrove snapper in North Sarasota Bay. They were the bulk of the catch; however, we tried several spots for redfish to no avail and by the time we went after some trout the tide had pretty much maxed out high and they were not biting very good.
Concentrating your angling efforts very early or very late in the day will produce the best results right now.Good luck and good fishing. Be careful out there.
Capt. "Zach" Zacharias
(941) 795-5026
E-mail: zachap@aol.com
Docked on Palma Sola Bay at Parrot Cove Marina/Sunny Shores
115th Street West and 36th Avenue, Cortez, FL 34215
Thursday, August 27, 2009
AMISun Story on "Island Got Talent"
ANNA MARIA – A 12-year-old girl with Frank Sinatra pipes and a pair of dancers with moves from “So You Think You Can Dance” were among the second round winners in the Island’s Got Talent contest Sunday night.
The talent competition, sponsored by the Sandbar Restaurant, drew 26 amateurs of all ages, and eight will compete in the finals on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Sandbar.
Maria Wirries, 12, dazzled the audience by belting out “New York, New York” like a veteran Broadway songster, earning the only perfect 30 score of the evening from judges Katy Demick, Jim Turner and Mark Ibasfalean.http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/198/082309-12-musical-islands-got-talent-female-maria-sandbar
Two contestants, singer/guitarist Taylor Zebracki and singer/songwriter Jonathan Petrelli, both had scores of 29.
Four contestants earned scores of 27: singer Kara Hosler, who performed in the first round last week, singer Adrian Merritt, singer/guitarist Chip Ragsdale and singer Hannah Roemer.
Phillip Morehouse and Casey Lowrimore danced their way into a 26 score, covering the dance floor with sophisticated moves. http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/199/082309-13-improvisation-islands-got-talent-male-female-dance-sandbar
Other contestants sang inspirational hip-hop, cracked jokes and played the blues.
In Sunday’s final contest, all contestants will perform two pieces. The first place winner will receive $300, second place will receive a $150 Sandbar gift card and third place will receive a $75 Sandbar gift card.
All winners will receive a Green Screen Audition from True Hollywood Screen Test Pro Audition and a stage performance at the Talent and Film Expo at the Manatee Convention Center on Sept. 19, where national talent and film scouts will meet to interview local area talent.
Sunday’s performances may be viewed at www.truehollywoodscreentest.net.
Posted by twitter.com/IVPbeachhouse
The talent competition, sponsored by the Sandbar Restaurant, drew 26 amateurs of all ages, and eight will compete in the finals on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. at the Sandbar.
Maria Wirries, 12, dazzled the audience by belting out “New York, New York” like a veteran Broadway songster, earning the only perfect 30 score of the evening from judges Katy Demick, Jim Turner and Mark Ibasfalean.http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/198/082309-12-musical-islands-got-talent-female-maria-sandbar
Two contestants, singer/guitarist Taylor Zebracki and singer/songwriter Jonathan Petrelli, both had scores of 29.
Four contestants earned scores of 27: singer Kara Hosler, who performed in the first round last week, singer Adrian Merritt, singer/guitarist Chip Ragsdale and singer Hannah Roemer.
Phillip Morehouse and Casey Lowrimore danced their way into a 26 score, covering the dance floor with sophisticated moves. http://truehollywoodscreentest.net/videos/199/082309-13-improvisation-islands-got-talent-male-female-dance-sandbar
Other contestants sang inspirational hip-hop, cracked jokes and played the blues.
In Sunday’s final contest, all contestants will perform two pieces. The first place winner will receive $300, second place will receive a $150 Sandbar gift card and third place will receive a $75 Sandbar gift card.
All winners will receive a Green Screen Audition from True Hollywood Screen Test Pro Audition and a stage performance at the Talent and Film Expo at the Manatee Convention Center on Sept. 19, where national talent and film scouts will meet to interview local area talent.
Sunday’s performances may be viewed at www.truehollywoodscreentest.net.
Posted by twitter.com/IVPbeachhouse
Premiere beachfront luxury property on Anna Maria Island
Palm Gables - MLS # M580345
1Gulf front condo with pool and elevator
Price:$2,095,000.00
Status:Active
Bedrooms:3 Baths: 3full 1 half
Complex:Palm Gables
Address:104 36th St.
Town:Holmes Beach
Area:Gulf front
View:Gulf
Zoning:Condo
Age of Property:2006
# of Floors:2
Square Feet:1900
Taxes:$17,508.00
General Information
Premiere beachfront luxury property, exceptional design, a scure estate. Miles of pristine sandy beaches coupled with glorious sunsets and sparkling images of the moon makes this 3 bedroom 3.5 bath top floor end unit something special. A wall of windows showcase the balconies and covered veranda opening to the beach from all bedrooms and living area and wonderful collectible wall art, exquisite furnishing and all the extras make this truly luxury living on the beach.
Amenities
Swimming pool
Elevator
For Pictures and more Information visit us at http://www.Islandvacationproperties.com under the sales page
Meet the Agent
Name:Mel Neely
Email:cellwithmel@aol.com
Phone:800 778-9599
Cell:941 809-5565
Website:http://www.cellwithmel.com
Co-Agent
Name:Barbara Neely
Email:buywithbarbara@aol.com
Phone:800 778-9599
Cell:941 807-6220
Website:http://www.cellwithmel.com
1Gulf front condo with pool and elevator
Price:$2,095,000.00
Status:Active
Bedrooms:3 Baths: 3full 1 half
Complex:Palm Gables
Address:104 36th St.
Town:Holmes Beach
Area:Gulf front
View:Gulf
Zoning:Condo
Age of Property:2006
# of Floors:2
Square Feet:1900
Taxes:$17,508.00
General Information
Premiere beachfront luxury property, exceptional design, a scure estate. Miles of pristine sandy beaches coupled with glorious sunsets and sparkling images of the moon makes this 3 bedroom 3.5 bath top floor end unit something special. A wall of windows showcase the balconies and covered veranda opening to the beach from all bedrooms and living area and wonderful collectible wall art, exquisite furnishing and all the extras make this truly luxury living on the beach.
Amenities
Swimming pool
Elevator
For Pictures and more Information visit us at http://www.Islandvacationproperties.com under the sales page
Meet the Agent
Name:Mel Neely
Email:cellwithmel@aol.com
Phone:800 778-9599
Cell:941 809-5565
Website:http://www.cellwithmel.com
Co-Agent
Name:Barbara Neely
Email:buywithbarbara@aol.com
Phone:800 778-9599
Cell:941 807-6220
Website:http://www.cellwithmel.com
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
August 25th Featured Property of the Day
Sunsets and MemoriesHome
302 65th Street
4 Bedrooms, 3 Full 1 Half Baths
WAS: $2,800.00 REDUCED TO: $2,150.00
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $650.00!
Sunsets and Memories, located at 302 65th Street in Holmes Beach is a beautiful, new, four bedroom, three and one half bath home on a quiet residential street, only a couple of minutes from Holmes Beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Relax by the pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, two cooling spray bubblers and a shallow area for children to play or adults to bask in the sun. A Jacuzzi spa completes this tropical oasis. This executive level home has all the amenities you could want including an elevator, European style gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ceramic cook top and granite countertops. An open great room floor plan is ideal for enjoying this superb property, six flat screen Televisions and a Blu Ray dvd player, gas BBQ grill, and a central vacuum system, add to the list of extras. A balcony off the living room overlooks the pool and gardens area. A large Jacuzzi tub and spacious shower complements the generous master suite. Sunset and Memories is a wonderful home to enjoy your special away time and even entertain guests. There are four bedrooms, two of which are deluxe master suites and open loft, ideal for the workaholic, complete with small desk and flat screen T.V. and high-speed Internet connection. Stay in touch with friends and family with free domestic long distance calling. This luxurious home is a perfect place to start your yearly vacation tradition. It will sleep eight with two king size beds, a queen size bed, and two twin size beds. One week minimum rental. Normal cleaning charges are included in the price of the rent. For more information call 800-778-9599 or http://www.islandvacationproperties.com
302 65th Street
4 Bedrooms, 3 Full 1 Half Baths
WAS: $2,800.00 REDUCED TO: $2,150.00
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $650.00!
Sunsets and Memories, located at 302 65th Street in Holmes Beach is a beautiful, new, four bedroom, three and one half bath home on a quiet residential street, only a couple of minutes from Holmes Beach and the Gulf of Mexico. Relax by the pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, two cooling spray bubblers and a shallow area for children to play or adults to bask in the sun. A Jacuzzi spa completes this tropical oasis. This executive level home has all the amenities you could want including an elevator, European style gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ceramic cook top and granite countertops. An open great room floor plan is ideal for enjoying this superb property, six flat screen Televisions and a Blu Ray dvd player, gas BBQ grill, and a central vacuum system, add to the list of extras. A balcony off the living room overlooks the pool and gardens area. A large Jacuzzi tub and spacious shower complements the generous master suite. Sunset and Memories is a wonderful home to enjoy your special away time and even entertain guests. There are four bedrooms, two of which are deluxe master suites and open loft, ideal for the workaholic, complete with small desk and flat screen T.V. and high-speed Internet connection. Stay in touch with friends and family with free domestic long distance calling. This luxurious home is a perfect place to start your yearly vacation tradition. It will sleep eight with two king size beds, a queen size bed, and two twin size beds. One week minimum rental. Normal cleaning charges are included in the price of the rent. For more information call 800-778-9599 or http://www.islandvacationproperties.com
Monday, August 24, 2009
Feature Property of the Day August 24
Beach Dunes EastMulti family
2414 Avenue C2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $630.00 REDUCED TO: $536.00
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $94.00!!
The Beach Dunes, located at 2414 Avenue C in Bradenton Beach is a newly redecorated two bedroom, two bath duplex less than a five minute walk to the beach. This elevated unit has been furnished in bright, tropical colors and features a large, flat screen TV in the living room and smaller TV's in both bedrooms. It offers a single car garage a washer and dryer, a charcoal grill and an open deck off of the living room. Also offered is high speed internet with free domestic long distance calling. This lovely unit will sleep six with a king size bed, two twin beds and a sofa bed in the living room. Small pet okay with $150.00 non-refundable pet fee. One week minimum rental required. For more information Call 800-778-9599 or go to http://www.islandvacationproperties.com to see more pictures look for Beach Dunes on the Specials or rentals.
2414 Avenue C2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $630.00 REDUCED TO: $536.00
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $94.00!!
The Beach Dunes, located at 2414 Avenue C in Bradenton Beach is a newly redecorated two bedroom, two bath duplex less than a five minute walk to the beach. This elevated unit has been furnished in bright, tropical colors and features a large, flat screen TV in the living room and smaller TV's in both bedrooms. It offers a single car garage a washer and dryer, a charcoal grill and an open deck off of the living room. Also offered is high speed internet with free domestic long distance calling. This lovely unit will sleep six with a king size bed, two twin beds and a sofa bed in the living room. Small pet okay with $150.00 non-refundable pet fee. One week minimum rental required. For more information Call 800-778-9599 or go to http://www.islandvacationproperties.com to see more pictures look for Beach Dunes on the Specials or rentals.
Friday, August 21, 2009
Feature Property of the Day
Coquina Beach Club 101Condo1906 Gulf Drive #1012 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
WAS: $1,295.00REDUCED TO: $907.00 YOU SAVE $388.00!!
Coquina Beach Club #101 is a beautiful two bedroom, two bath Gulf front condo with a heated pool. This spacious unit has an unobstructed view of the emerald water of the Gulf and you can walk the beach is for miles in either direction. The unit has a large open lanai from which to watch the sunsets in the evenings. All unit amenities are provided for your comfort including three TV’s, a DVD player a VCR and a stereo. This lovely unit has been updated and your stay here would be a pleasurable experience you wouldn’t soon forget. Coquina Beach Club is a small complex that features undercover parking and chaise lounges on the beach. Unit #101 sleeps four with a king size bed and two twin beds. One week minimum rental. CALL 800-778-9599 or visit us at www.islandvacationproperties.com
Offer Good:08/01/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $388.00!!
WAS: $1,295.00REDUCED TO: $907.00 YOU SAVE $388.00!!
Coquina Beach Club #101 is a beautiful two bedroom, two bath Gulf front condo with a heated pool. This spacious unit has an unobstructed view of the emerald water of the Gulf and you can walk the beach is for miles in either direction. The unit has a large open lanai from which to watch the sunsets in the evenings. All unit amenities are provided for your comfort including three TV’s, a DVD player a VCR and a stereo. This lovely unit has been updated and your stay here would be a pleasurable experience you wouldn’t soon forget. Coquina Beach Club is a small complex that features undercover parking and chaise lounges on the beach. Unit #101 sleeps four with a king size bed and two twin beds. One week minimum rental. CALL 800-778-9599 or visit us at www.islandvacationproperties.com
Offer Good:08/01/2009 – 12/15/2009
SAVE $388.00!!
Who's Got talent? The "Island Got Talent"
Come and check out the local talent at “The Island Got Talent” competition August 23rd at 5pm anf cheer for your favorite act.
Sandbar restaurant , 100 Spring Street, Anna Maria Island, Florida,
941-778-0444
Sunday August 23, 2009 competition starts at 5:00pm
Look forward to seeing you there.
Sandbar restaurant , 100 Spring Street, Anna Maria Island, Florida,
941-778-0444
Sunday August 23, 2009 competition starts at 5:00pm
Look forward to seeing you there.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Looking for an affordable Beach Getaway? Than look no farther
Looking for an affordable Beach Getaway
August 20, 2009
Sweet EscapeHome111 4th Street South2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $595.00REDUCED TO: $536.00 WOW YOU SAVE $59.00
That comes out to $85.00 a day when you rent the week, now that’s affordable.
The Sweet Escape is located at 111 4th Street South in Bradenton Beach. If you want to have the best of both worlds on Anna Maria Island, look no further. This beautiful beach cottage is located right in the middle of everything! It’s just three houses from either beach or bay and Historical Bridge Street with shopping, fishing, parasailing, and great restaurants is just two blocks away. This charming cottage is located on a beautiful quiet street with a private open deck, large back yard, and all the comforts of home. A small pet is welcome with a $150.00 non-refundable pet fee. You may not even need a car with the free Trolley. Come enjoy the white sugar sand on our gulf beaches and soak up the ambience of Sweet Escape. This cottage has two bedrooms and one bath which sleeps seven, with a king size bed, a queen size bed, a trundle bed in the enclosed porch area and an extra rollaway. One week minimum rental. CALL 800-778-9599
Offer Good:07/27/2009 – 12/15/2009
For more SPECIALS check out our specials page at www.islandvacationproperties.com look for specials.
August 20, 2009
Sweet EscapeHome111 4th Street South2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Baths
WAS: $595.00REDUCED TO: $536.00 WOW YOU SAVE $59.00
That comes out to $85.00 a day when you rent the week, now that’s affordable.
The Sweet Escape is located at 111 4th Street South in Bradenton Beach. If you want to have the best of both worlds on Anna Maria Island, look no further. This beautiful beach cottage is located right in the middle of everything! It’s just three houses from either beach or bay and Historical Bridge Street with shopping, fishing, parasailing, and great restaurants is just two blocks away. This charming cottage is located on a beautiful quiet street with a private open deck, large back yard, and all the comforts of home. A small pet is welcome with a $150.00 non-refundable pet fee. You may not even need a car with the free Trolley. Come enjoy the white sugar sand on our gulf beaches and soak up the ambience of Sweet Escape. This cottage has two bedrooms and one bath which sleeps seven, with a king size bed, a queen size bed, a trundle bed in the enclosed porch area and an extra rollaway. One week minimum rental. CALL 800-778-9599
Offer Good:07/27/2009 – 12/15/2009
For more SPECIALS check out our specials page at www.islandvacationproperties.com look for specials.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Feature Property of the Day
Hammock in the Sun
Home113 Hammock3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths
WAS: $1,890.00 WEEK REDUCED TO: $1,695.00 WEEK
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009
YOU SAVE $195.00!!!!
The Hammock in the Sun is a wonderful three bedroom, three bath pool home in a tranquil and quiet setting. Nothing has been spared in this home. The living room features a large, flat screen TV with DVD player, while each bedroom features a flat screen TV as well, most with DVD players. The kitchen is a delight and will please the most discriminating chefs. The main bedroom features a king size bed, the guest bedroom has a queen size bed and there are two twin beds in the third bedroom. Hammock in the Sun features an open design and numerous screened lanais, some overlooking the tropical pool area and gardens. There is a large two car garage as well as a carport that would easily accommodate a small boat and trailer. A gas grill is provided as well as beach chairs and a ping pong table. This is a new rental to the market and won't last long! One week minimum rental. Go to www.Islandvacationproperties.com for more details and photos. Look under SPECIALS.
Home113 Hammock3 Bedrooms, 3 Full Baths
WAS: $1,890.00 WEEK REDUCED TO: $1,695.00 WEEK
Offer Good:07/27/2009 - 12/15/2009
YOU SAVE $195.00!!!!
The Hammock in the Sun is a wonderful three bedroom, three bath pool home in a tranquil and quiet setting. Nothing has been spared in this home. The living room features a large, flat screen TV with DVD player, while each bedroom features a flat screen TV as well, most with DVD players. The kitchen is a delight and will please the most discriminating chefs. The main bedroom features a king size bed, the guest bedroom has a queen size bed and there are two twin beds in the third bedroom. Hammock in the Sun features an open design and numerous screened lanais, some overlooking the tropical pool area and gardens. There is a large two car garage as well as a carport that would easily accommodate a small boat and trailer. A gas grill is provided as well as beach chairs and a ping pong table. This is a new rental to the market and won't last long! One week minimum rental. Go to www.Islandvacationproperties.com for more details and photos. Look under SPECIALS.
Island Got Talent- I Hope It's My Son
Sunday August 23rd, 2009 Sandbar Restaurant will be hosting "Island Got Talent" the competition begins at 5pm. My son will be preforming a Jive with Casey. So all you Islanders or locals come ut and support the local talent.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Two Choices- e-mail I received today
Two Choices What would you do?....you make the choice.. Don't look for a punch line, there isn't one. Read it anyway. My question is: Would you have made the same choice? At a fundraising dinner for a school that serves children with learning disabilities, the father of one of the students delivered a speech that would never be forgotten by all who attended. After extolling the school and its dedicated staff, he offered a question: 'When not interfered with by outside influences, everything nature does, is done with perfection. Yet my son, Shay, cannot learn things as other children do. He cannot understand things as other children do. Where is the natural order of things in my son?' The audience was stilled by the query. The father continued. 'I believe that when a child like Shay, who was mentally and physically disabled comes into the world, an opportunity to realize true human nature presents itself, and it comes in the way other people treat that child.' Then he told the following story: Shay and I had walked past a park where some boys Shay knew were playing baseball. Shay asked, 'Do you think they'll let me play?' I knew that most of the boys would not want someone like Shay on their team, but as a father I also understood that if my son were allowed to play, it would give him a much-needed sense of belonging and some confidence to be accepted by others in spite of his handicaps. I approached one of the boys on the field and asked (not expecting much) if Shay could play. The boy looked around for guidance and said, 'We're losing by six runs and the game is in the eighth inning. I guess he can be on our team and we'll try to put him in to bat in the ninth inning.' Shay struggled over to the team's bench and, with a broad smile, put on a team shirt. I watched with a small tear in my eye and warmth in my heart. The boys saw my joy at my son being accepted. In the bottom of the eighth inning, Shay's team scored a few runs but was still behind by three. In the top of the ninth inning, Shay put on a glove and played in the right field. Even though no hits came his way, he was obviously ecstatic just to be in the game and on the field, grinning from ear to ear as I waved to him from the stands. In the bottom of the ninth inning, Shay's team scored again. Now, with 2 outs and the bases loaded, the potential winning run was on base and Shay was scheduled to be next at bat. At this juncture, do they let Shay bat and give away their chance to win the game? Surprisingly, Shay was given the bat. Everyone knew that a hit was all but impossible because Shay didn't even know how to hold the bat properly, much less connect with the ball. However, as Shay stepped up to the plate, the pitcher, recognizing that the other team was putting winning aside for this moment in Shay's life, moved in a few steps to lob the ball in softly so Shay could at least make contact. The first pitch came and Shay swung clumsily and missed. The pitcher again took a few steps forward to toss the ball softly towards Shay. As the pitch came in, Shay swung at the ball and hit a slow ground ball right back to the pitcher. The game would now be over. The pitcher picked up the soft grounder and could have easily thrown the ball to the 1st baseman. Shay would have been out and that would have been the end of the game. Instead, the pitcher threw the ball right over the 1st baseman's head, out of reach of all team mates. Everyone from the stands and both teams started yelling, 'Shay, run to 1st! Run to 1st!' Never in his life had Shay ever run that far, but he made it to 1st base. He scampered down the baseline, wide-eyed and startled. Everyone yelled, 'Run to 2nd!’
‘Run to 2nd!' Catching his breath, Shay awkwardly ran towards 2nd, gleaming and struggling to make it to the base. By the time Shay rounded towards 2nd base, the right fielder had the ball. The smallest guy on their team who now had his first chance to be the hero for his team. He could have thrown the ball to the 2nd-baseman for the tag, but he understood the pitcher's intentions so he, too, intentionally threw the ball high and far over the 3rd-baseman's head. Shay ran toward 3rd base deliriously as the runners ahead of him circled the bases toward home. All were screaming, 'Shay, Shay, Shay, all the Way Shay' Shay reached 3rd base because the opposing Shortstop ran to help him by turning him in the direction of 3rd base, and shouted, 'Run to 3rd!’ ’Shay, Run to 3rd!' As Shay rounded 3rd, the boys from both teams, and the spectators, were on their feet screaming, 'Shay, run home! Run home!' Shay ran to home, stepped on the plate, and was cheered as the Hero who hit the Grand Slam and won the game for his team. 'That day', said the father softly with tears now rolling down his face, 'the boys from both teams helped bring a piece of true love and humanity into this world'. Shay didn't make it to another summer. He died that winter, having never forgotten being the Hero and making me so happy, and coming home and seeing his Mother tearfully embrace her little Hero of the day! AND NOW A LITTLE FOOT NOTE TO THIS STORY: We all send thousands of jokes through the e-mail without a second thought, but when it comes to sending messages about life choices, people hesitate. The crude, vulgar, and often obscene pass freely through cyberspace, but public discussion about decency is too often suppressed in our schools and workplaces. If you're thinking about forwarding this message, chances are that you're probably sorting out the people in your address book who aren't the 'appropriate' ones to receive this type of message Well, the person who sent you this believes that we all can make a difference. We all have thousands of opportunities every single day to help realize the 'natural order of things.' So many seemingly trivial interactions between two people present us with a choice: Do we pass along a little spark of love and humanity or do we pass up those opportunities and leave the world a little bit colder in the process? A wise man once said every society is judged by how it treats it's least fortunate amongst them. You now have two choices: 1. Delete 2. Forward May your day, be a Shay Day.
‘Run to 2nd!' Catching his breath, Shay awkwardly ran towards 2nd, gleaming and struggling to make it to the base. By the time Shay rounded towards 2nd base, the right fielder had the ball. The smallest guy on their team who now had his first chance to be the hero for his team. He could have thrown the ball to the 2nd-baseman for the tag, but he understood the pitcher's intentions so he, too, intentionally threw the ball high and far over the 3rd-baseman's head. Shay ran toward 3rd base deliriously as the runners ahead of him circled the bases toward home. All were screaming, 'Shay, Shay, Shay, all the Way Shay' Shay reached 3rd base because the opposing Shortstop ran to help him by turning him in the direction of 3rd base, and shouted, 'Run to 3rd!’ ’Shay, Run to 3rd!' As Shay rounded 3rd, the boys from both teams, and the spectators, were on their feet screaming, 'Shay, run home! Run home!' Shay ran to home, stepped on the plate, and was cheered as the Hero who hit the Grand Slam and won the game for his team. 'That day', said the father softly with tears now rolling down his face, 'the boys from both teams helped bring a piece of true love and humanity into this world'. Shay didn't make it to another summer. He died that winter, having never forgotten being the Hero and making me so happy, and coming home and seeing his Mother tearfully embrace her little Hero of the day! AND NOW A LITTLE FOOT NOTE TO THIS STORY: We all send thousands of jokes through the e-mail without a second thought, but when it comes to sending messages about life choices, people hesitate. The crude, vulgar, and often obscene pass freely through cyberspace, but public discussion about decency is too often suppressed in our schools and workplaces. If you're thinking about forwarding this message, chances are that you're probably sorting out the people in your address book who aren't the 'appropriate' ones to receive this type of message Well, the person who sent you this believes that we all can make a difference. We all have thousands of opportunities every single day to help realize the 'natural order of things.' So many seemingly trivial interactions between two people present us with a choice: Do we pass along a little spark of love and humanity or do we pass up those opportunities and leave the world a little bit colder in the process? A wise man once said every society is judged by how it treats it's least fortunate amongst them. You now have two choices: 1. Delete 2. Forward May your day, be a Shay Day.
Featured Property of the Day
The Tiki, located at 3214 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach is a beautifully renovated three bedroom, two bath home directly on the emerald waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The sugar sand beach, the sunny days and the gentle currents of the Gulf make this home one of the most popular rentals on Anna Maria. The large covered deck has the perfect vantage point to watch the kids on the beach, sun yourself on the open deck area, or to take in the breathtaking sunsets. Amenities include cable TV, VCR and DVD player, answering machine, microwave, washer, dryer, phone, BBQ grill and dishwasher. New additions are high speed internet service and free long distance calling. The Tiki sleeps eight people with a king size bed, four twin beds and a sofa bed. One week minimum rental.WAS: $2,725.00 REDUCED TO: $1,907.50
Offer Good:08/06/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Contact us at www.islandvacationproperties.com check out specials
Offer Good:08/06/2009 - 12/15/2009 SAVE $817.50 per week during the fall!
Contact us at www.islandvacationproperties.com check out specials
Monday, August 17, 2009
Featured Property of the Day
Sunset Terrace 202Condo
2312 Gulf Drive 202
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Offer Good:08/06/2009 - 12/15/2009
Rent a week - get a week FREE! SAVE $1295!!
Sunset Terrace Condominium #202 located at 2312 Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach, is a newly updated two bedroom, two bath, direct gulf front condo with heated pool. The spacious living room expands into a full length screened lanai directing your gaze out to sparkling white sand beaches and azure blue gulf waters. From the fully equipped kitchen with sit-down breakfast bar, you can also enjoy the spectacular views of the Gulf. French doors off the master bedroom overlook the heated pool. This spacious unit sleeps six with a queen size bed, two twin beds and a sofa bed. This unit has a washer and dryer, high speed internet with free domestic long distance, two televisions with a VCR and a DVD as well as a Blue Ray Disc player. One week minimum rental required.
www.islandvacationproperties.com check under specials
2312 Gulf Drive 202
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
Offer Good:08/06/2009 - 12/15/2009
Rent a week - get a week FREE! SAVE $1295!!
Sunset Terrace Condominium #202 located at 2312 Gulf Drive in Bradenton Beach, is a newly updated two bedroom, two bath, direct gulf front condo with heated pool. The spacious living room expands into a full length screened lanai directing your gaze out to sparkling white sand beaches and azure blue gulf waters. From the fully equipped kitchen with sit-down breakfast bar, you can also enjoy the spectacular views of the Gulf. French doors off the master bedroom overlook the heated pool. This spacious unit sleeps six with a queen size bed, two twin beds and a sofa bed. This unit has a washer and dryer, high speed internet with free domestic long distance, two televisions with a VCR and a DVD as well as a Blue Ray Disc player. One week minimum rental required.
www.islandvacationproperties.com check under specials
Friday, August 14, 2009
Island Vacation Properties of Anna Maria Island
Island Vacation Properties
Island Vacation Properties, LLC was founded in July, 2000 by Ann Caron, a real estate broker with fourteen years of property management experience on Anna Maria Island. It was Ann's firm belief that by providing unique services otherwise unavailable to property owners and guests, Island Vacation Properties would fill a void desperately needed in the marketplace. By focusing on ethical behavior and quality service, she knew that a competitive advantage was attainable. She also believed that the opportunity existed to cultivate trust and integrity into the realt estate and property management field on Anna Maria Island.
Ed Kirn, an enthusiastic and energetic Island colleague, joined Ann in officially opening the office on July 14, 2000. Ed operated a successful business on the island for over ten years and was well thought of by everyone he dealt with.
Starting with less than forty rentals in mid 2000, we have today numbered 275 properties, making us one of the top rental offices on Anna Maria Island. Property managers include Sara Annis, Susan Hollub, Ed Kirn and Ann Caron.
At the same time, our staff was expanding on the other side of the business: real estate sales. Today, Mel Neely, Barbara Neely, Barry Gould and Michael Northfield provide friendly, knowledgable and professional sales advice. Their success and been stellar and their committment to assuring the best possible service has made them one of the top selling sales teams on Anna Maria Island.
The company is also actively involved in condominium management under Barry Gould's Community Association Manager's leadership and Michael Northfield's expertise.
Island Vacation Properties' professional services are further enhanced by our support staff: Kelly Richards-Helm (Bookkeeper), Bob Chandonia (Guest/Owner Services Coordinator), Danni States and Jodie Nelsen as Administrative Assistants.
Personal service is the hallmark of Island Vacation Properties. Our objective is the absolute pursuit of total excellence in both property management and real estate sales. We at Island Vacation Properties take great pride in our rapid growth and the positive response we have received from buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants alike. While all of us have diverse interest and skills, we never forget that at the end of the day, we are in a service business. We value each customer that comes to us and do not take for granted the trust that they have placed with us.
Island Vacation Properties, LLC was founded in July, 2000 by Ann Caron, a real estate broker with fourteen years of property management experience on Anna Maria Island. It was Ann's firm belief that by providing unique services otherwise unavailable to property owners and guests, Island Vacation Properties would fill a void desperately needed in the marketplace. By focusing on ethical behavior and quality service, she knew that a competitive advantage was attainable. She also believed that the opportunity existed to cultivate trust and integrity into the realt estate and property management field on Anna Maria Island.
Ed Kirn, an enthusiastic and energetic Island colleague, joined Ann in officially opening the office on July 14, 2000. Ed operated a successful business on the island for over ten years and was well thought of by everyone he dealt with.
Starting with less than forty rentals in mid 2000, we have today numbered 275 properties, making us one of the top rental offices on Anna Maria Island. Property managers include Sara Annis, Susan Hollub, Ed Kirn and Ann Caron.
At the same time, our staff was expanding on the other side of the business: real estate sales. Today, Mel Neely, Barbara Neely, Barry Gould and Michael Northfield provide friendly, knowledgable and professional sales advice. Their success and been stellar and their committment to assuring the best possible service has made them one of the top selling sales teams on Anna Maria Island.
The company is also actively involved in condominium management under Barry Gould's Community Association Manager's leadership and Michael Northfield's expertise.
Island Vacation Properties' professional services are further enhanced by our support staff: Kelly Richards-Helm (Bookkeeper), Bob Chandonia (Guest/Owner Services Coordinator), Danni States and Jodie Nelsen as Administrative Assistants.
Personal service is the hallmark of Island Vacation Properties. Our objective is the absolute pursuit of total excellence in both property management and real estate sales. We at Island Vacation Properties take great pride in our rapid growth and the positive response we have received from buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants alike. While all of us have diverse interest and skills, we never forget that at the end of the day, we are in a service business. We value each customer that comes to us and do not take for granted the trust that they have placed with us.
About US
Anna Maria Island
Vacation Rentals and Real Estate
Island Vacation Properties is located on beautiful Anna Maria Island on Florida's Central Gulf Coast, at the entrance to Tampa Bay, and offers the finest in Florida Gulf Coast vacation rentals and area real estate sales. We also have rental properties on Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.
Spectacular vacation rental locations include Gulf of Mexico front homes on white sugar sand beaches, bayfront units with views of the Intracoastal waterway, canal homes, and condominium units with swimming pools and other great features. Our air conditioned rentals are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a comfortable, worry-free vacation on Anna Maria Island.
Island Vacation Properties also features preferred Anna Maria Island real estate, Longboat Key and mainland Manatee and Sarasota Counties. Whether you are seeking a permanent residence or an investment property let our team of real estate professionals help you find the perfect location.
Vacation Rentals and Real Estate
Island Vacation Properties is located on beautiful Anna Maria Island on Florida's Central Gulf Coast, at the entrance to Tampa Bay, and offers the finest in Florida Gulf Coast vacation rentals and area real estate sales. We also have rental properties on Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach.
Spectacular vacation rental locations include Gulf of Mexico front homes on white sugar sand beaches, bayfront units with views of the Intracoastal waterway, canal homes, and condominium units with swimming pools and other great features. Our air conditioned rentals are equipped with all the amenities you will need for a comfortable, worry-free vacation on Anna Maria Island.
Island Vacation Properties also features preferred Anna Maria Island real estate, Longboat Key and mainland Manatee and Sarasota Counties. Whether you are seeking a permanent residence or an investment property let our team of real estate professionals help you find the perfect location.
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