ITEMS FOR SALE
FREE KITCHEN TABLE with four chairs and two matching bar stools. Bradenton Beach. Conrad, 973-652-1629.
GOLF GRIP/CLUB repair tools with toolbox. Added bonus box of grips. $75/offer 941-704-4332.
COUNTRY SERVER BUFFET, $100, 10-speed bike, $50. 941-356-1456.
SPINET PIANO: NICE piece of furniture. Sounds great, $250. 941-356-1456.
PANINNI MAKER: CUISINART, stainless-steel, like new, $45. 941-920-2494.
SPICE RACK, THREE-tier clear plastic, $20, side tables, brown with glass top, 2/$20. 941-920-2494. 941-920-2494.
ANTIQUE PARTNER DESK: All wood, $500. Inquire at The Islander office, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978.
FREEBIE ITEMS FOR SALE
Individuals may place one free ad with up to three items, each priced $100 or less, 15 words or less. FREE, one week, must be submitted online. Email classifieds@islander.org, fax toll-free 1-866-362-9821. (limited time offer)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
EARLY DEADLINE: THE Islander office will be closed Monday, Jan. 1 to observe New Year’s Day. The classified deadline for the Jan. 3 edition classified ads will be 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29.
TRANSPORTATION
GOLF CART RENTALS: Fun for residents and tourists! 212-941-2402. www.GolfCartRentalAMI.com.
UNCLAIMED PROPERTY: 2006 Ford F250 blue, 1FTRX12W26FA44923. 2002 Ford F350 white, 1FTWX32S82EA07239. If interested claim on or before Jan. 12, 2024, at 6110 17th St. East, Bradenton, FL 34203. Subject to all liens.
BOATS & BOATING
HAVE A BOAT and wanna catch more fish, better bait or learn the water? 50-year local fisherman, your boat, my knowledge. Captain Chris, 941-896-2915.
SUNCOAST BOTTOM PAINTING: Professional bottom painting. Mobile. Call 941-704-9382.
CAPTAIN FOR HIRE and boat caretaker services: If you need help with your boat on or off the water, call Captain Dan. USCG, retired. 772-486-8085.
FISHING
FUN AND FISH: Skiff rental. 24-foot Carolina skiff. Live bait and fishing equipment included upon request. Call 941-704-9382.
HELP WANTED
NOW HIRING HANDYMAN: Full-time professional services. $18 an hour and up, based on experience. Call JayPros, 941-962-2874.
REPORTER WANTED: Full- to part-time. Print media, newspaper experience required. Apply via email with letter of interest to news@islander.org.
KIDS FOR HIRE
KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for up to three weeks for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander office, 315 58th St. Suite J, Holmes Beach.
HEALTH CARE
CNA: I HAVE 26-plus years’ experience under my belt. If you need help with a loved one, please, give me call. No animals! Tammy, 941-567-8499.
SEASONAL: RETIRED RN with over 20 years’ experience can assist with your family members or yourself, can provide care and skilled needs. Please, contact me for further inquiries at 973-819-2824.
LPN: DEPENDABLE, POSITIVE island resident available for care. BLS certified, references upon request. Lisa, 941-241-7474.
SERVICES
IS YOUR HOME or office in need of some cleaning? Well, I’m your girl! Local, reliable, professional! Please, give me a call or text, 941-773 -0461.
CLEANING: VACATION, CONSTRUCTION, residential, commercial and windows. Licensed and insured. 941-756-4570.
PRESSURE WASHING, PAVER sealing, driveway, roof, fence, pool area. Also, window cleaning. Licensed and insured. 941-565-3931.
BICYCLE REPAIRS: Just4Fun at 5358 Gulf Drive can do most any bicycle repair at a reasonable cost. Pick-up and delivery available. 941-896-7884.
COMPANION/HOMEMAKER: Honest and reliable offering help with running errands, grocery shopping, house sitting, pet and plant care, light cooking/cleaning, transportation. References available and licensed. Call Sherri, 941-592-4969.
API’S DRYWALL REPAIR: I look forward to servicing your drywall repair needs. Call 941-524-8067 to schedule an appointment.
AIRPORT RIDES: SARASOTA, St. Pete, Tampa. Call/text, Vita, 941-376-7555.
RIDES NEAR AND Far, car transport. Based in Palmetto. 715-292-8692.
CLEAN TECH MOBILE Detailing. At your location. Cars, boats, RVs. Call or text Billie for an appointment. 941-592-3482.
RIDEEASY247: a local ride service providing a professional car service to all local airports and venues. References on request.
Eamonn Fortune, 941-447-7737.
HELLO! MY NAME is Jada I am a local. I am 17 and I am hoping to help you! I am looking to babysit; I love kiddos and I’m available! Call, 941-773-0461.
PC OR TECH issues? Not sure where to start? With years of experience, I’ll come to you with reliable solutions. Contact Gavin at 928-587-1309. www.gse.codes.
PAINTING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR: Sarasota interior painting. Call or text Don, 941-900-9398. We are the best high-end painting! Just ask our AMI clients! I’m the owner and the painter. Free estimates. Fully insured licensed business.
U PLUS ME LLC: Provides quality coatings for pool decks, driveways, garage floors, patios. Don’t miss out on our pro polishing services, concrete, terrazzo, travertine. 727-623-5050.
BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS JD’s Window Cleaning looking for storefront jobs in Holmes Beach. I make dirty windows sparkling clean. 941-920-3840.
BEACH SERVICE air conditioning, heat, refrigeration. Commercial and residential service, repair and/or replacement. Serving Manatee County and the Island since 1987. For dependable, honest and personalized service, call Bill Eller, 941-720-7411. CAC184228.
LAWN & GARDEN
CONNIE’S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294.
COLLINS LANDSCAPE LIGHTING: Outdoor lighting, landscaping, irrigation services and maintenance. 941-279-9947. MJC24373@gmail.com.
HOME IMPROVEMENT
VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. www.vangopainting.net.
GRIFFIN’S HOME IMPROVEMENTS Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and wood flooring. Insured and licensed. 941-722-8792.
ISLAND HANDYMAN: I live here, work here, value your referral. Refinish, paint. Just ask. JayPros. Licensed/insured. References. Call Jay, 941-962-2874.
SCREENING SERVICES: Replace your old or ripped window, door or porch screens. Many screen types available. Retired veteran here to serve our community! Free estimates, call Lane, 941-705-5293.
LOOKING FOR ANY home improvement? JRCC Home Improvement, handyman service can get the job done. Please, contact us at 413-246-2410. We would love to help.
SOUTHWEST HOME IMPROVEMENT: Michigan builder, quality work guaranteed. Affordable, timely, within budget. Call Mike’s cell, 1-616-204-8822.
BMF INTERIORS: HOME repairs and more, no job too small. 786-318-8585.
CALL HYDRO CLEAN. Full-service pressure washing, sealing. Pavers, travertine and natural stone. Window washing too, up to three stories. Call Jacob, 941-920-2094.
RENTALS
ANNA MARIA GULF beachfront vacation rentals. One- two- and three-bedroom units, all beachfront. www.amiparadise.com. 941-778-3143.
PERICO ISLAND PATIO home for rent. 3BR/2BA, 30-day minimum. Privacy fence/gate, two miles to AMI. January, 2024 available. Now leasing May through December, 2024 Call or text, 859-771-6423.
AVAILABLE NOW AND season: 1BR/1BA, seven-night minimum. carlesvacationrentals.com. Special rates are available. 941-807-1405.
ACROSS FROM BAY: Two miles to Anna Maria. 2BR/1BA fully furnished. Available January, February, March. All utilities. Washer/dryer. $4,500 month. Family owned. 941-773-1552.
SIX-MONTH RENTAL 2BR/2BA, Mt. Vernon, 55 and over community. Views of Sarasota Bay. Fully furnished, minutes from beaches and town. Lots of amenities. Call or text, 941-730-5645.
MONTHLY RENTAL: LOCATION 29th Street and Avenue B, Holmes Beach. 2BR/2/BA bungalow (half duplex). Five-minute walk to beach. Nice outdoor patio, no stairs, No animals. One parking spot. Available December 2023 and January 2024. Price per month, $3,900. Contact 519-807-9426.
SEASONAL RENTALS FOR upcoming season: January, 2BR/1BA modest duplex with washer and dryer in north Holmes Beach, one block to the beach, $2,400 plus tax and fees. 3BR/2BA canalfront home on the north end of Anna Maria, $6,000 plus tax and fees. January, February, March, 2BR/2BA condo at Sunbow Bay. Nicely furnished with lovely water view, $4,200 plus tax and fees. Call Green Real Estate, 941-778-0455. www.greenreal.com.
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO rent all-inclusive executive office space in Holmes Beach. Great frontage and advertisement visibility. Great for realtors, contractors, accountants, lawyers, etc. Electric and water included. Two offices available. Suite 101, approximately 200 sf. $700/month $500 deposit. Suite 104, approximately 400 sf. $750/month. $500 deposit. 5386 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Contact Bill at 941-746-8666.
MINUTES TO BEACHES! Beautiful 2BR/2BA Pebble Springs condo, now available! Wood flooring, ceiling fans, dishwasher, large master, walk-in, lanai, carport, pool, water, cable included. Hurry! Won’t last! $1,995/month annual. 941-713-6743.
RENTAL: HOLMES BEACH 2BR/2BA bungalow (half duplex). Five-minute walk to beach. Nice outdoor patio, no stairs, available December 2023 and January 2024. Contact 519-807-9426 or 403- 512-2350.
AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 2024: 4BR/2BA old Florida cottage in the heart of Anna Maria city. Completely remodeled and tastefully decorated. Last-minute cancellation. Walk to the many shops and restaurants in Anna Maria, one block to beach. $6,000 plus taxes and fees. Call Green Real Estate, 941-778-0455. www.greenreal.com.
ACROSS FROM BAY, Two miles to Anna Maria. 2BR/1BA fully furnished. Available February and March. All utilities, washer/dryer.
$3,900 month. Family owned. 941-773-1552.
WINTER SEASON RENTAL: Available January-May, located in Holmes Beach, two blocks to beach. 2BR/1.5BA, elevated townhouse, sleeps four, no pets. $4,200/month plus tax and fees.
Discount for more than one month. Call Anna Maria Realty, 941-778-2259. Dina@annamariareal.com.
CONDO RENTAL: 2BR/2BA in 55-plus community. Available Jan. 1, 2024. Three-month minimum. $3,500 per month includes all utilities. Fully furnished, pool and clubhouse. Bradenton. 440-724-3126 for picture link.
REAL ESTATE
WINNIE MCHALE, REALTOR, 941-504-6146. Rosebay International Realty Inc. You need an aggressive and experienced Realtor in today’s market! Selling island homes, Sarasota and Bradenton areas. Multi-million-dollar producer! “Selling Homes – Making Dreams Come True.”
WEST BRADENTON CONDO: resort lifestyle, ground-floor 2BR//2BA. Garage. 6.5 miles, 14 minutes from Gulf beaches. $264,900. Call or text, 941-725-4374.
WILDWOOD SPRINGS: TURNKEY furnished condo. Upgraded. Heated community pool and spa, minutes to beaches and shopping. $359,000. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.
REAL ESTATE SERVICES: Sales, rentals and property management at affordable rates. 30 years experience. Real Estate Mart, 941-356-1456.
LONGBOAT KEY MOBILE home lot. Corner lot across the street from park amenities. $125,000. 941-744-6808.
SNOWBIRDS! FOR SALE: Vintage permanent 1BR/1BA RV at Sarasota Bay RV Park, 55-plus. $34,900. Current rate is $8,000 for five months = $1,600/month. Two miles from beaches straight down Cortez Road. Huge pool, pickleball courts, many park activities on Sarasota Bay! Call 810-577-6964.
EARLY DEADLINE: THE Islander office will be closed Monday, Jan. 1 to observe New Year’s Day. The classified deadline for the Jan. 3 edition classified ads will be 2 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29.