Beaches on Anna Maria Island

The best part of island life is just steps from your door. Anna Maria Island showcases a variety of beaches where you can set your own pace. Stay close to home on Bradenton Public Beach, wander over to Holmes Beach or venture out to the tip of the island on Bean Point.

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HOLMES BEACH

Holmes Beach is actually a small town on Anna Maria Island.  There are three towns in all – Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach.  But for your purposes, it’s the beach on which Mello is situated!  Hello?  That’s the sugar white powdery sand calling your name!

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BEAN POINT

If you like things natural with plenty of secluded spots, Bean Point is for you!  On the far north end of Anna Maria Island, Bean Point is named after the island’s first resident, George Bean.  There are no restrooms or amenities, but you can’t put a price on serenity.