Playa Encantada is an intimate Gulf-front condominium community in Holmes Beach, Florida, offering direct beach access, Gulf of Mexico views, resort-style amenities, and a convenient central location on Anna Maria Island. Located at 6006 Gulf Drive, the community contains just 37 condominium residences, creating a smaller beachfront setting than many of the larger condominium developments on the island.
Built in 1980, Playa Encantada features residences overlooking the Gulf, swimming pool, or landscaped grounds. Its combination of beachfront access, spacious floor plans, recreational amenities, covered parking, and flexible rental opportunities makes the community appealing to buyers seeking a seasonal residence, vacation property, or Anna Maria Island investment.
Condos at Playa Encantada
Playa Encantada offers primarily two-bedroom condominium residences, along with several larger floor plans. Individual units vary considerably in size, orientation, updates, furnishings, and Gulf views.
Depending on the residence, features may include:
- Two- and three-bedroom floor plans
- Gulf of Mexico or partial Gulf views
- Private balconies or lanais
- Pool and tropical landscape views
- Updated kitchens and bathrooms
- Open living and dining areas
- In-unit laundry
- Turn-key furnishings at select residences
- Elevator access
- Assigned covered or under-building parking
- Private storage areas
Floor plans range from more traditional island condominiums to substantially larger residences with expansive balconies and additional living space. Buyers should evaluate the individual unit’s orientation, renovations, furnishings, parking, storage, and Gulf views rather than assuming all Playa Encantada residences are alike.
Playa Encantada Amenities
Playa Encantada offers a collection of recreational amenities centered around its direct Gulf-front location.
- Direct Gulf of Mexico beach access
- Heated swimming pool
- Community spa or hot tub
- Tennis courts
- Pickleball
- Shuffleboard
- Sauna
- Community recreation or meeting space
- Elevators
- Covered and assigned parking
- Guest parking
- Private storage areas
- Professionally maintained tropical landscaping
Community amenities, association fees, insurance responsibilities, rental requirements, pet rules, parking policies, and other condominium regulations can change. Buyers should review the current Playa Encantada condominium documents before purchasing.
Gulf-Front Living at Playa Encantada
Playa Encantada is located directly along the Gulf side of Holmes Beach, allowing residents to reach the sand without crossing Gulf Drive. Depending on the residence’s location within the community, condos may offer panoramic Gulf views, partial water views, pool views, or views across the landscaped grounds.
Beachfront living at Playa Encantada may include:
- Direct beach access
- Gulf of Mexico views from select residences
- Sunset views
- Private balconies or lanais
- Swimming, shelling, and beach walks
- Convenient access to miles of Anna Maria Island shoreline
Views vary significantly by floor and unit orientation, so buyers seeking unobstructed Gulf views should evaluate the specific condominium carefully.
Rental Opportunities at Playa Encantada
Playa Encantada has historically allowed vacation rentals, making it attractive to buyers who want to combine personal use with rental-income potential. Current listings identify a two-week minimum rental period, providing greater flexibility than many condominium communities with monthly or seasonal minimums.
Rental regulations can change through condominium rules or City of Holmes Beach requirements. Buyers planning to rent their residence should verify the current minimum lease period, number of permitted rentals per year, registration requirements, association approval procedures, and applicable city vacation-rental regulations before purchasing.
Location in Holmes Beach Florida
Playa Encantada is located at 6006 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach, placing residents near the center of Anna Maria Island. Restaurants, cafes, shops, recreational facilities, and trolley stops are all nearby, while the Gulf of Mexico is directly outside the community.
The free Anna Maria Island trolley provides convenient transportation north toward the City of Anna Maria and south toward Bradenton Beach, Bridge Street, and Coquina Beach.
Mainland Bradenton is accessible across the Anna Maria Island Bridge via Manatee Avenue.
Nearby Anna Maria Island Attractions
Residents of Playa Encantada can enjoy swimming, shelling, beach walks, sunsets, and other Gulf Coast recreation directly outside the community. Holmes Beach restaurants, boutiques, cafes, parks, marinas, fishing charters, and recreational facilities are all located nearby.
Pine Avenue and the City of Anna Maria are located to the north, while Bradenton Beach, Bridge Street, and Coquina Beach are located farther south. The island trolley makes it easy to explore these areas without relying entirely on a car.
Similar Holmes Beach Condo Communities
Buyers considering Playa Encantada may also want to explore these nearby Gulf-front condominium communities in Holmes Beach:
- Waters Edge – A direct Gulf-front condominium community with a heated beachfront pool, tennis, pickleball, elevators, and covered parking.
- Tiffany Place – An intimate beachfront community with a heated Gulf-side pool, elevators, covered parking, and direct beach access.
- Nautilus – A smaller Gulf-front condominium community with a heated courtyard pool, tennis and pickleball, and short-term rental opportunities.
- Martinique – A larger Gulf-front condominium community with two neighboring buildings, pools, elevators, and panoramic Gulf views.
- North Beach Village – Townhome-style residences with garages and a heated pool located only a short distance from Gulf beaches.
Playa Encantada Condos for Sale | Holmes Beach Florida
Search current Playa Encantada condos for sale below. Available properties may include direct Gulf-front residences, furnished island condos, larger corner units, pool-view properties, and condominiums offering panoramic or partial Gulf of Mexico views.
Playa Encantada Real Estate FAQ
Where is Playa Encantada?
Playa Encantada is located at 6006 Gulf Drive in Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island. The condominium community is positioned directly along the Gulf of Mexico.
How many condos are in Playa Encantada?
Playa Encantada contains approximately 37 condominium residences, making it a relatively intimate Gulf-front community compared with some of the larger condominium developments in Holmes Beach.
Is Playa Encantada directly on the beach?
Yes. Playa Encantada is located on the Gulf side of Gulf Drive and provides direct access to the beach from the condominium property.
What amenities does Playa Encantada offer?
Community amenities include a heated swimming pool, spa, tennis, pickleball, shuffleboard, sauna, elevators, covered parking, storage, landscaped grounds, and direct Gulf beach access. Buyers should verify current amenities with the condominium association.
Can Playa Encantada condos be rented?
Yes. Current listings identify a two-week minimum rental period at Playa Encantada. Rental restrictions, permitted frequency, city licensing requirements, and association policies can change, so buyers should verify the current rules before purchasing.
If you are considering buying or selling a condo at Playa Encantada, The Wendy Lynn Group can help you compare Gulf views, floor plans, rental opportunities, association requirements, and other beachfront condominium options throughout Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island.
