1325 Gulf Dr N

Tortuga Inn is a low-rise, two-story resort condominium complex built in 1976 on Bradenton Beach’s Anna Maria Island. The property is organized as beach-to-bay accommodations with 2-bedroom floor plans common among listings; units frequently feature vaulted or cathedral ceilings, skylights, crown molding, open-concept living/dining layouts, and solid-surface counters and cabinets. Exterior character emphasizes tropical landscaping, private courtyards and balconies, outdoor showers and communal outdoor cooking and seating areas. On-site resort infrastructure includes two heated swimming pools, a fishing pier, beach cabana and direct access to a private sandy Gulf beach across a small road; select units include deeded boat slips or access to dockage on the Intracoastal/Sarasota Bay. The complex operates with professional on-site resort management that runs a flexible nightly/weekly/long-term rental program; many units are offered turnkey furnished for immediate short-term rental. Practical amenities include elevator service, laundry facilities, assigned parking and irrigation/lighting systems; the pet policy is owner-friendly with pets allowed (size limits noted in listings). The setting places residents steps from Bridge Street’s shops and restaurants, with island trolley service at the entrance and a lifestyle centered on vacation rental income, beach recreation, and a tropical, maintenance-managed environment.