Watch the dolphins from your Anna Maria Vacation Rental

FAQs of guests staying with Duncan Real Estate

1. How do I get to Anna Maria Island and where is your office?

Anna Maria Island is a barrier island about 7 miles long, located north of Sarasota/Longboat Key and west of Bradenton, Fl., at the southwest tip of Tampa Bay. The Gulf of Mexico is to the west and Tampa Bay to the East. From I-75, take Exit 220 and proceed west on SR64 to Anna Maria Island.

Our office is located at 310 Pine Ave., Anna Maria FL 34216. Once you arrive on the Island, travel north on Gulf Drive past the Manatee County Public Beach. When you reach Wachovia Bank, turn right at the traffic light. Follow Marina Dr. to the stop sign and turn right onto Pine Ave. View Map to our Office.

2. What are Duncan Real Estate’s Office hours?

We are open Monday through Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm EST; Saturday 9:00am- 1:00pm.   

3. When can I check in and how do I get my keys?

Check in time is 4:00 PM. Come to the office of Duncan Real Estate to pick up your keys. If you arrive at a time our office is closed, the keys will be in an envelope with your name on the front & the envelope will be put in the late arrival box located to the left of the door. Stop by the office the following morning to pay your balance. For security purposes, we do not include the property address in the arrival envelopes, so bring your contract with you, which contains the property address and phone number of your rental.

4. When do I have to check out and where do I return the keys?

Check out time is no later than 10:00 AM on the scheduled day of departure. Keys must be returned to Duncan Real Estate in order to avoid additional key charges made against your security deposit.

5. What items are provided in my accommodation?

All accommodations are equipped with bed linens, bath towels, cable television, and fully equipped kitchens with pots, pans, dinnerware plus microwave, toaster, coffee maker, iron & ironing board. Most properties have a telephone with free local calls. Most accommodations have a washer/dryer available. The guest is responsible for any items such as toilet tissue, dishwasher detergent, cleaning supplies etc. during the stay. Some properties are equipped with a VCR/DVD, BBQ and beach chairs. You are welcome to use these items if they are provided; however, we are unable to guarantee them.

6. Can someone other than the person on the contract pick up the keys?

If you would like a friend or relative to pick up keys for you, the person named on the rental contract must contact us prior to check in and make special arrangements.

7. What if I have an After Hours Emergency or need assistance with a late arrival?

Duncan Real Estate offers 24-hour emergency phone service. Call the office at 941-779-0304.

8. What is there to do on Anna Maria Island?

Anna Maria Island offers boating and kayaks, walking and bike paths, sandy beaches, fishing piers, local Island shops and casual dining to 5 star restaurants. Anna Maria Island is also close to St. Armands Circle, Sarasota, St. Pete and Tampa and only two hours to the Orlando attractions. Please check out our Island Activities.