What to Expect During Your Stay
These bungalows were said to reside on Egmont Key and eventually transported by barge to its current location on Anna Maria Island in 1935. Rumored to be former army barracks these uniquely charming and original beachside bungalows are nestled directly in the sand. So when you wake up, pour your first cup of coffee and step out of your bungalow, you will most likely be stepping directly onto the beach.
Bungalow Beach Resort is a collection of quaint accommodations with small private bathrooms, and kitchens varying in size, from kitchenettes to full size kitchens depending on the bungalow. As a beachfront property you should expect weathered decks, and wood floors/sliding glass doors that have adjusted and settled over time due to being directly on the sandy beach. Nearly all the bungalows have been retro fitted with window A/C units.
These classic buildings are increasingly becoming more rare as the years pass. It is only a matter of time before our cozy little wooden cottages will someday be destroyed by a hurricane or other natural weather event. These buildings have been spared for close to a century, but when that fateful day comes there will be one less “Old Florida” beachfront hotel in the world. They cannot be replicated/rebuilt in the same way. They will be required to be built up and out of the sand approximately 15 feet. As caretakers, keeping the “Old Florida” style alive by consistently repairing, replacing, painting, and carefully updating without disturbing the vintage feel of the cottages, is a balancing act that requires many hats. Meanwhile, we will continue to love on this beachfront hotel as long as we are allowed, as our focus is to extend a delightful get-a-away to new and returning guests