Southwest Florida has a myriad of pristine islands along its’ coastline. Most of these keys are highly coveted real estate gems. One of these islands are one of the most beautiful and famous islands in the entire country. The family-friendly laid-back and natural Anna Maria Island awaits – just 20 minutes from the cozy town of Bradenton.

Anna Maria Island was first settled in the beginning of the twentieth century by Tampa Mayor Madison Post who then named the island for his wife Maria and his sister-in-law Anna. The island quickly became a huge fisherman’s hub with families and nautical enthusiasts flocking to the island in droves. Hundreds of people starting settling the island toward the mid twentieth century.

Once you get on the island,…

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