Is Anna Maria Island Pet Friendly?

With the beautiful weather that surrounds Anna Maria Island during most times of the year, it can feel like the perfect place to head with your pet. Luckily, there are many pet-friendly areas that will be more than happy to accommodate you and your four-legged friends. From places to eat, ways to enjoy the ocean, and available Anna Maria Island lodging, pet friendly options can be found at every turn of your island beach vacation.

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Restaurants

Sometimes when you’re out for a walk with your pet or just exploring the area you’ll both get a little hungry or thirsty. Of course, you want to make sure when you stop for a bite it’s a good place for everyone involved. Anna Maria Island has several eateries that will let you bring your pet right in with you.

Most spots that allow dogs to come in are patio friendly. Harry’s Grill, The Waterfront Restaurant, and Poppo’s Taqueria are all spots that will allow your pup to sip some water on the patio while you grab a meal.

Beach Rules

Anna Maria Island is known for having some of the most beautiful beachfronts in the world. So, naturally, you’ll probably want to take your pets along with you as you explore the sands and the waves. But, before you do that, make sure to know the pet friendly rules of the area beaches. Not all the beaches are pet friendly, so your best option is to stick to the ones that are.

Palma Sola Causeway on Manatee Avenue is one of the best spots to take your dog for a run or a swim. This area is close to the road, so make sure you keep your dog on a leash or that they are very well trained to come when you call. This area is just about a 10 minute drive from Holmes Beach.

Parks

There are a few off-leash dog parks where you can take your dog to get some exercise and play with some other pups. The Holmes Beach Dog Park is located at the corner of 62nd street and Flotilla Drive. There’s a small dog area and a large dog are at this grassy park.

Another fantastic option is the Happy Tails Dog Park at 2811 51st Street West. If you’re more concerned about dog size, this park is wonderful because it splits up into 3 sections depending on how big the dogs are.

Where to Stay

One of the most important things when taking your furry friend on vacation with you is finding an affordable and pet friendly place to stay. The good news is that there are plenty of pet friendly Anna Maria Island houses for rent. Pet friendly rentals vary in size and type, so you won’t have to give up anything you’re hoping for during your vacation to find the perfect spot to stay.

Just a few options include the Anna Maria Chateau which sleeps up to 8 people, the South Seas rental that has room for 12 people, and even a smaller rental option like the Sideways location which will comfortably fit up to 4 people.

No matter what you’re looking for in your Anna Maria Island lodging, we can help you find the premiere location for you and your pet. Many come complete with private pools and backyards so everyone will have the best vacation ever.

One rule to definitely keep in mind is to keep your dog leashed at all times unless you bring them to one of the previously mentioned off-leash parks. Other than that, get ready to have a wonderful time with your dog on vacation and if you have any questions about pet friendly policies our friendly staff can answer any of your questions. We can guide you to the most appropriate Anna Maria Island rentals for your vacationing needs.