Story Tools • • Date of Issue: September 21, 2006 The Islander Classifieds: Wednesday, September 20 2006 ITEMS FOR SALE COMMERCIAL GARLAND COMBO: Two-oven Six burner, flat-top grill. Taking best offer starting at $500. Must sell by Oct. 1. 941-795-1111. Leave message. AERIAL PHOTOS of Anna Maria Island. View and purchase online: www.jackelka.com. FREE DELIVERY to your home or condo: Shrimp, crabs, native fish. Prompt delivery to your door. Call James Lee, 941-795-1112 or 704-8421. LONGBOAT KEY HISTORY “From Calusas to Condominiums” by Ralph B. Hunter. Signed copies available at The Islander, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. 941-778-7978. ANNOUNCEMENTS KARATE ON THE Island: Ages four through adult. Call 941-807-1734 or visitwww.islanddojo.cmasdirect.com. KEY WEST FANTASY Fest: One cabin left. 6 days/5 nights aboard 65-foot sailing vessel, Lex-Sea. $1,895 per couple, inclusive, B.Y.O.B. Depart from Cortez Oct. 25. 941-713-5958. BUTTERFLY PARK BENEFIT: Purchase a personalized brick in the Anna Maria Island Butterfly Park. Two lines, $40. Three lines, $50. Forms at The Islander or call 941-518-4431 for more information. FREE GUN LOCK. Yes, free. Just for the asking. Courtesy of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Free at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. Don’t be sorry, be safe. GUARDIAN AD LITEM volunteers needed: A guardian ad litem is a trained volunteer appointed by the court to represent and advocate for the best interest of children who have been abused, abandoned or neglected. Make a positive impact! Call 941-744-9473 or visit www.12circuitgal.org. GARAGE SALES ROSER THRIFT SHOP: Open Tuesdays and  Thursdays 9:30am-2pm, Saturdays 9am-noon. Half-price porch sale. 941-779-2733. 511 Pine Ave., Anna Maria. BUDGET BOX THRIFT shop: We're open again. 10am-4pm Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday. Plus sizes sale, lovely. 401 42nd St. W., Bradenton. LARGE SALE: 8am-3pm Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 23-24. Wicker furniture, household goods, antiques, collectibles, ruby glass, sterling, costume and agate jewelry, books, clothing, oil paintings, bread maker and much bric-a brac. 522 Pine Ave., unit 3D, Anna Maria. SALE STOREWIDE: NIKI’S Gifts, Antiques, Jewelry. Select oil or prints, paintings, cookbooks, antiques, cups and saucers, salt and pepper sets, vintage and costume jewelry, ruby glass, spoons, Xmas shirts 40-90 percent off. All sterling jewelry 50-70 percent off. Open seven days, 9:30am-5pm. 941-779-0729. 5351 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. YARD SALE: 8-2pm Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 24-25. Fridge, gas stacked washer and dryer, loveseat, bedroom set, desks, pine coffee table, antique cars, etc. Much more! 941-737-4287. 3401 Sixth Ave., apt. B, Holmes Beach (block behind Crowder's). LOST & FOUND FOUND: WATCH. 700 block of N. Shore Dr., Anna Maria. 941-538-4770. PETS BILLIE JOE: I’m a 2-year old male cat, very handsome, black and white. Need a special person to adopt me, my family was evicted. Neutered and microchipped. 941-920-1411. FOSTER PARENTS NEEDED for loving homes to foster puppies and kittens until they are old enough for adoption. All food and medical provided. Julie, 941-720-1411. ADULT CATS in desperate need of loving homes. All are current on vaccines. All applicants screened. Please, call 941-922-0774. ADORABLE CUTE LOVELY Yorkie for sale at a reasonable price. The pup is looking for a cool and caring place to call home, so if you think you are capable, kindly e-mail: tmakcpupsville@yahoo.com for more information and pictures. TRANSPORTATION SUBURBAN 2500 SERIES: 1994 very clean, outstanding maintenance records. Heavy-duty package for trailering. Dual air conditioning, heavy duty brakes, radiator, tranny cooler, etc. Must see to appreciate. $6,500 or best offer. 941-730-9622. BOATS & BOATING 1990 BAYLINER: 17-foot Bowrider, outboard. $1,750. Runs good. As is. 941-778-5136. 2004 STARCRAFT DECK boat: 18-foot, 140-hp Suzuki four-stroke in warranty. Showroom new, always in dry storage. Gorgeous! 941-592-9270. FISHING & CHARTERS LET’S GO FISHING! Call Capt. Mike Heistand on the charter boat “Magic.” Full or half day backwater and near shore fishing. USCG licensed. Ice, bait, tackle provided. 941-723-1107. KIDS FOR HIRE SPENCER’S SKIM SCHOOL for beginners and intermediates. Free skimboard use with lessons. $10 per half-hour lesson, three lessons recommended. Local teen, team competitor. Call 941-778-0944. BABYSITTER: Responsible 10th-grader, great with kids, first-aid certified. Charlotte, 941-756 5496. BABYSITTER, PETSITTER, dog walker: First-aid certified, 13-year-old, eighth-grader, female, great with kids and animals. Call Kendall, 941-779-9783. NEED A BABYSITTER? Call Felicia, 941-761-1569. Red Cross certified. ENSURE YOUR CHILD’S safety while you relax. Call Gemma, 941-447-9657. Responsible, reliable and experienced, with a love for children. Red Cross babysitting and first-aid certifications. DOG WALKER, PET sitter, child sitter and odd jobs. Tenth-grader, available after school and weekends. Zach, 941-779-9783. RED CROSS first-aid certified babysitter certified. Call Alex, 941-778-5352. GET YOUR BOAT washed without the hassle, just give me a call. Regular scheduling available, perfect for when you’re out of town. Call Richard, 941-447 9657. BABYSITTER/PETSITTER: RESPONSIBLE, Red Cross certified. Experienced with kids and pets of all ages. Many Island references! Transportation available. Weekly and monthly rates available. Call Hilary or Natalie. 941-778-5181. PAYTON AND DINA’S cleaning service: We do yard work, dog-sitting, house cleaning and we run errands. We do not mow grass. Open 3-5pm every day! 941-524-9350. KIDS FOR HIRE ads are FREE for Island youths under 16 looking for work. Ads must be placed in person at The Islander newspaper office, 5404 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. HELP WANTED NOW HIRING ALL positions. Rotten hours, rotten pay. Apply at Rotten Ralph’s Waterfront Restaurant, 902 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria, or call 941-778-3953. SEEKING KITCHEN HELP and servers for fine dining restaurant. Apply in person to Chef Damon, Ooh La La! Bistro, 5406 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. SEEKING PIANO PLAYER evenings for Ooh La La! Bistro. Music range from classical to jazz. Call Chef Damon, 941-778-5320. NURSES NEEDED FOR long-term home care for lady with spinal injury. Hoyer lift. Full/part-time available. Travel opportunity. 941- 383-6953. ELECTRICIAN: ESTABLISHED SERVICE-oriented company. Minimum eight years experience in remodeling and service calls. Benefits, steady work. Resume to elecjob@verizon.net. YACHT DETAILERS AND service-yard technicians. Premiere yacht dealership seeking quality applicants. Experience preferred, competitive wages, benefits. Apply at Galati Yacht Sales, 900 S. Bay Blvd., Anna Maria Island, or fax resume to 941-779-9486. Drug-free workplace. Equal opportunity employer. PART-TIME HOUSEKEEPER for area motel. Flexible hours. Call 941-778-2780. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Tingley Memorial Library. Duties include checking books in/out, reshelving, and generally assisting library patrons. Call Eveann Adams, (941) 779-1208. BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY BEACHFRONT RESTAURANT: THRIVING business, building with additional income, beer/wine. $1,690,000. Confidentiality agreement required. Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. HEALTH CARE SERVICES MAN WITH SHOVEL: Plantings, natives, patio gardens, trimming, cleanups, edging, maintenance. Hard-working and responsible. Excellent references. Edward 941-778-3222. LET US DRIVE YOU! Shopping, medical appointments, airports, cruise ports. Flat rates. Sunshine Car Service. Serving the Islands. 941-778-5476. COMPUTER OBEDIENCE TRAINING. Is your computer misbehaving? Certified computer service and private lessons. Special $40/hour. Free advice. 941-545-7508. ISLAND PRESSURE CLEANING for great results, wash away mildew, dirt, salt. Thorough, reasonable, reliable. Free estimates, licensed, insured. 941-778-0944. CONNECT-ICON Your local computer specialist. Experienced certified technician for communication electronics offers wireless and cable networks, upgrades, maintenance, repairs, tutoring and training. Call Robert, 941-778-3620. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. PROFESSIONAL I.T. SERVICES: Complete computer solutions for business and home. Installation, repairs, upgrades, networking, Web services, wireless services. Richard Ardabell, network engineer, 941-778-5708, or cell 216-509-1945. CUCCIO TILE: Many Island references. Free estimates. Licensed and insured. 941-730-2137. EXPERIENCED CERTIFIED TEACHER available for tutoring in math, science and reading for elementary-to college-level students. $35/hour. 941-524-4177. HANDYMAN SERVICES: PAINTING caulking, interior carpentry, custom mirror and other interior/exterior general household repairs. Offering quality services since 1994. Reliable. Call Colin at 941-376-0541. PIANO AND VOICE lessons by New York professional artist/teacher. By appointment. Palmetto. 941-729-2244 BUYING NEW WINDOW treatments? Avoid mistakes! Let me measure you windows before you purchase. Years of experience.  Call Shirley at 941-778-4515, or e-mail: smundell@tampabay.rr.com. CLEANING BY HELENE: Thirty-year Island resident. Weekly, bi-weekly, detail oriented, honest, reliable, excellent references. Free estimates. Call 941-778-5717. CEILING, TEXTURE AND fixtures, drywall, tile, etc. Drew Hudson, conscientious handyman. 941-812-5073. ANIMAL CAREGIVERS, PETSITTERS: trained in animal Red Cross CPR and first aid. Over 40 years combined experience, professional references. Walks, overnights, pet taxi. Sheila 941-779-9737 or Viola 941-778-3353. HOUSE CLEANING: HOMES, apartments and condos. Experienced, thorough, prompt and dependable. A homeowner and resident of Bradenton for 27 years. Satisfied customers are the cornerstone of my business. Very reasonable rates and terms. For more information, call Peter at 941-753-7838. WILLIS HYPNOSIS CENTER: Smoking, weight, pain, stress, insomnia, etc. Betty Willis, master clinical hypnotherapist. Phone 941-524-0358.  www.willishypnosiscenter.com. MUSIC LESSONS! Flute, saxophone, clarinet. Beginning to advanced. Contact Koko Ray, 941-758-0395. 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 William Eller, 941-795-7411. CAC184228. ANYONE CAN TAKE a picture. A professional creates a portrait. I want to be at your wedding! www.jackelka.com. 941-778-2711. NADIA’S EUROSAGE Relaxing, healing massage in the comfort of your home. Call today for an appointment, 941-795-0887. MA#0017550. TILE AND MOSAIC custom installation, 20 years experience. References available. For a reasonable price, call Sebastian, 941-704-6719. LAWN & GARDEN CONNIE’S LANDSCAPING INC. Residential and commercial. Full-service lawn maintenance, landscaping, cleanups, hauling and more! Insured. 941-778-5294. ISLAND LAWN SPRINKLER service and repair. Monthly and quarterly accounts available. If it is broken, we can fix it. Call 941-778-2581. CLOUD 9 LANDSCAPING: Top quality lawn and landscape maintenance. Now accepting new accounts at great rates. Please call 941-778-2335 or 284-1568. JR’S LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE Lawns, native plants, mulching, trimming, hauling, cleanups. Island resident 25 years. Call 941-807-1015. GULF SHORE LANDSCAPING: Lawn care, pressure washing, landscaping.  owner operated by Island resident.  Exceptional value!  Licensed and insured.  Call 941-726-7070. www.gulfshorelandscaping.com LANDSCAPING SHELL DELIVERED and spread. $42/yard. Hauling: all kinds of gravel, mulch, top soil with free estimates. Call Larry at 941-795-7775, “shell phone” 941-720-0770. KARAZ LANDSCAPE Lawn Service. Mulch, clean-ups, power washing, tree trimming and more. City of Anna Maria resident. Cell 941-448-3857. NATURE’S DESIGN LANDSCAPING. Design and installation. Tropical landscape specialist. Residential and commercial. 30-years experience. 941-729-9381. STRAIGHT SHOT LANDSCAPE: Complete cleanups, installations, native plants, palms, aquascapes, rock and patios. Shell installed $42/yard. Shark Mark 941-727-5066. HOME IMPROVEMENT VAN-GO PAINTING residential/commercial, interior/exterior, pressure cleaning, wallpaper. Island references. Bill, 941-795-5100. JOE UNGVARSKY CONSTRUCTION Remodeling contractors. In-house plan designs. State licensed and insured. Many Island references. 941-778-2993. License #CRC 035261. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR PAINTING free estimates. 35-year Island resident. Call Jim Bickal at 941-778-1730. CHRISTIE’S PLUMBING Island and off-Island service since 1975. Repairs and new construction. Free estimates, no overtime charges. Now certifying back flow at water meters. FL#RF0038118-941-778-3924 or 778-4461. TILE -TILE -TILE. All variations of ceramic tile supplied and installed. Quality workmanship, prompt, reliable, many Island references. Call Neil, 941-726-3077. ROOFING REPAIRS and replacements. Remodeling, repairs, additions, screen rooms, kitchens, baths. Free estimates. License #CGC061519, #CCC057977, #PE0020374. Insured. Accepting MasterCard/Visa. 941-720-0794. CUSTOM RENOVATION/RESTORATION expert. All phases of carpentry, repairs and painting. Thirty years experience. Insured. Meticulous, clean, sober and prompt. Paul Beauregard, 941-779-2294. KEN & TINA DBA Griffin’s Home Improvements Inc. Handyman, fine woodwork, countertops, cabinets and shutters. Insured and licensed, 941-748-4711. TILE, CARPET, LAMINATE supplied and installed. Why pay retail? Island resident, many references. Free estimates, prompt service. Steve Allen Floor Coverings. 941-792-1367, or 726-1802. JERRY’S HOME REPAIR: Carpentry work, handyman, light plumbing, electrical, light hauling, pressure washing and tree trimming. Call 941-778-6170 or 447-2198. WINDOW SHADES, BLINDS, shutters and more. Lifetime warranty. Call Keith Barnett for a free in-home consultation. Island references, 15 years experience. 941-778-3526 or 730-0516. HANDYMAN SERVICE: Winton’s Home-Buddy Inc. Retired banker, Island resident, converting life-long hobby to business. Call 941-705-0275 for free estimates. IMPACT WINDOWS AND doors. Exclusive distributor: Weatherside LLC on Holmes Beach. Free, courteous estimates. Jeld-wen Windows and Doors. Lic.# CBC1253145. 941-730-5045. THIRTY-SIX YEARS craftsman experience. Interior, exterior, doors, stairs, windows, trim. Pressure wash. Driveway paint. Dan Michael, master carpenter. Call 941-518-3316 . TUB AND TILE refinishing: A division of D.J. Murphy Painting Inc. Save up to 80 percent over traditional remodeling costs. Call us with your kitchen and bath needs. Don’t buy new – redo! 941-751-1245. Licensed, certified and insured. INTERIOR SURFACE RENOVATION: Drywall, texture, paint, tile, wall and ceiling repairs, Fred Weingartner, 941-586-3656. LICENSED AND INSURED building contractor ready to help you renovate all aspects of your existing home, add extensions or build a new home on your lot. We only do high quality work and are very prompt with our customers. Call Daniel DeBaun at 941-518-3916. S.O.S. SISTER’S OFF season special: Paint two rooms, get a third room free! Call Nancy, 941-756-9595. References. RENTALS VACATION RENTALS: 2BR apartments across from beautiful beach, $375 to $500/week. Winter and spring dates available. Almost Beach Apartments, (941) 778-2374. RENTALS available weekly, monthly, seasonal. Wedebrock Real Estate Co., 941-778-6665 or 800-749-6665. SEASONAL RENTAL: Holmes Beach, 4BR two master suites-/3BA, house on canal. Two minutes to beach. Heated pool, dock, cable TV, washer/dryer, garage, designer furnished with tropical yard setting. One of the finest rentals on Island. $1,600/weekly. Call 941-713-0034 or e-mail: beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. GULFFRONT CONDOS: 3BR/2BA, 2BR/2BA, 1BR/1BA with breathtaking views. Pools, Jacuzzi, walk to shops and restaurants. Available weekly, monthly, seasonal. 901-301-8299 or e-mail captko462@aol.com. WEEKLY RENTALS: Alecassandra villa, 1BR/1BA, $700/week; Island duplex, 2BR, $800/week; Gulffront cottage, 2BR, $1,000/week; Bradenton Beach Club, 2BR/2BA, $1,400/week. Please call Kim Fisher, Wagner Realty, 941-778-2246. www.wagnerrealty.com. BRADENTON BEACH: NEWLY remodeled1BR/1BA suite with full kitchen, fully furnished, one block from Bridge Street, three minute walk to beach. Sleeps four only. No pets. Now taking reservations for summer. Available weekly, monthly or seasonal. 941-776-3696, or e-mail bjustin628@tampabay.rr.com. ANNUAL RENTAL WESTBAY Cove: Lower unit, 2BR/2BA waterfront, unfurnished. Includes water, sewer, cable. Old Florida Realty, 941-778-3377 or 941-713-9096. SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, townhouse: 2BR/2BA with balcony and view of mountains. Weekly or monthly rental. Call Paige at 941-798-3448. WEEKLY/MONTHLY/ANNUAL rentals: wide variety, changes daily. SunCoast Real Estate, 941-779-0202, or 1-800-732-6434. www.suncoastinc.com. ANNUAL: ISLAND HOME 2BR/1BA with garage and fenced yard. Newly remodeled. $1,200/month plus utilities. Small pet OK. 941-795-8979. Credit check. ANNUAL HOLMES BEACH duplex: 2BR/2BA completely remodeled, furnished, washer and dryer. $1,000/month plus utilities. 941-778-1819. 2906 Ave. B, Holmes Beach. 55-AND-OVER BRADENTON Beach mobile home rental. 1BR/1BA, steps to beach or bay. $800/month, $300/week. Available April through December. 941-779-4634. FURNISHED MOTHER-IN-LAW apartment, canal view with a large deck, dock and saltwater pool to share. Apartment has private entrance, bath and kitchenette. All utilities except telephone included. $350/week or $850/month. Perfect for a clean and quiet individual! Please e-mail tlyonsrq@verizon.net or call 941-928-8735. Leave message for information and availability. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA: AIR conditioning, washer and dryer, water, large pool, cable. Parking only 200 steps to beach. First and deposit. Small pets OK. $1,050/month. 941-779-1586. ANNUAL BRADENTON BEACH: ocean views from big back yard. 2BR/1BA. Washer and dryer. Pet OK, no pit bulls, etc. 2204 Ave. C. $950/monthly. 216-469-2857. MONTHLY RENTAL: 2BR/2BA with den. Furnished condo on canal. West Bradenton, five minutes to beaches. $2,100/month. June through November 2006. 708-532-2149. LUXURY! BEACH HOUSE: Gulf views, 200 feet to beach, 3BR/3.5BA, sleeps nine, pool-spa, elevator, gourmet kitchen, granite tops, five TVs, golf cart. Check pictures, prices, availability at www.costalotta.net or call 863-581-3252. 3600 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. ENJOY SUNSETS FROM large balcony, glimpse of the Gulf, steps to beach. Annual, updated 2BR/2BA, living and dining rooms, kitchen with granite counters, garage and office, recreation room with access to patio. 941-545-6118. KEY WEST WATERFRONT vacation condo: 2BR/2BA sleeps six at the Galleon Resort and Marina. Regularly $2,700, only $1,800 for the week, Oct. 7-14. Nancy, 941-518-4431. FURNISHED 2BR/1BA. Sandpiper Resort, steps to the beach. Sale price, annual and seasonal rates on request. 941-778-2912. PANORAMIC GULFFRONT 3BR/2BA home: Fall special: rents for $2,000/week summer, now $1,100-$1,300/week. 813-920-5595 or 941-778-5722. 1-4BR DIRECT BEACHFRONT, gorgeous views, designer furnished, cable, DVD/VCR, dishwasher, phone, quaint village. $975-$2,375/week9 941-713-0034 or beachdreams@tampabay.rr.com. MANATEE RIVERFRONT: 2BR/2BA, spectacular views! Gated, pool, covered parking, security, fitness center. $1,200/month annual.  Call Maria, 941-720-1712. ANNUAL 1BR/1BA FURNISHED, washer and dryer, bay view. Quiet neighborhood. $850/month. 941-545-7109. ANNUAL RENTAL: BEAUTIFUL, immaculate 2BR townhouse, 500 feet from Gulf. Granite, tile in kitchen and baths. Patio, private yard, washer and dryer. $1,300/month. 941-778-4548. BRADENTON TROPICAL PALMS: 55-plus park, 2BR, furnished, gated, pool, hot tub. Cable, air conditioning, on creek. $695/month, yearly lease. E-mail chickenplucker@webtv.net. 863-688-3524. ANNA MARIA VILLAGE annual: 3BR/2BA, washer and dryer, steps to beach, shopping and restaurants. Annual, $1,100/month. 941-778-5482. ANNUAL RENTAL: BRADENTON Beach 2BR/2BA condo, just steps from the beach, furnished, newly remodeled, washer and dryer, huge deck, great view. Call 941-650-4259, or e-mail shag1111@aol.com. ANNUAL 2BR/1BA DUPLEX: Completely remodeled, yard service, pets accepted. Large back yard, close to shopping, trolley and beach. $925/month plus utilities. First, last and security required. 941-730-8339. SEASONAL BRADENTON BEACH condo: December through April, luxury beachfront efficiency sleeps 2-4.  Breathtaking views and sunsets from your own private balcony, turnkey furnished, full kitchen, granite counters, cable TV, internet access, heated pool, second-floor unit, elevator access, maid service. No pets/smoking. New construction, completed at the end of 2005. $1,100/weekly, $4,000/monthly. View pictures/slideshow at http://photos.yahoo.com/mlmswartz2@sbcglobal.net. Call 330-933-7174, or e-mail mlmswartz2@sbcglobal.net for questions/reservations. ANNUAL DUPLEX: CHARMING 2BR/2BA, Florida room, washer and dryer hookups, tile floors, carport, $1,000/month; 2BR/1BA washer and dryer hookups, carport, $900/month; 1BR/1BA nice, clean, $700/month. Dolores M. Baker Realty, 941-778-7500. ANNUAL RENTAL: 3BR/2BA duplex, garage, total renovation, walk to beach. $1,350/month, first, last, security deposit. Unfurnished. 404-441-6471. HOLMES BEACH FURNISHED 2BR/2BA. Oct.-Dec. 31. Dishwasher, washer and dryer, tile throughout, cable TV, pool. 1.5 blocks to beach. $1,300/month or $950/month plus utilities. 941-778-3104. ANNA MARIA ANNUAL: 2BR/1.5BA cottage in garden. Yard service, dock, lift, sailboat access. A-plus tenant, A-plus landlord. Credit check. 941-778-4590. ANNUALS: 1BR/1BA GULFFRONT, studio and efficiency starting at $600/month. Fran Maxon Real Estate, 941-778-2307. www.franmaxonrealestate.com. FOR RENT: SPACIOUS, bright canalfront home. 3BR/3.5BA. Oversize lot, screened pool, large kitchen, deck, garage. Pets OK. Holmes Beach, $1,600/month. 941-362-9585. ANNUAL RENTAL: 2BR/1BA ground-level duplex. Anna Maria city, near beach. $925/month plus utilities. 941-778-7003. ANNUAL RENTAL: HOLMES Beach. Tropical 2BR/2BA, balcony, lanai and garage. Nice quiet area. No smoking/pets. $1,000/month. 406-837-0679. ANNUAL BRADENTON BEACH 2BR/2BA steps to the beach and Intracoastal Waterway, dock, soaring ceilings to upper loft, master bedroom, walk-in closets. $1,200/month plus utilities. 941-809-6694. ANNUAL RENTAL HOLMES Beach: 2BR apartment, close to stores, trolley stop and just steps to the Gulf. Washer and dryer on premises. $1,100/month with utilities included. Call 646-842-0096 for more information. CHARMING, UPDATED HOME: Anna Maria Island. 2BR1BA plus den, nicely furnished. Short walk to beach, restaurants. $950/month plus utilities. First, last and security required. Nonsmoker, no pets. 941-727-5789. BEACH RENTAL: ANNA Maria. Steps to the beach. Great views. 1BR/1BA furnished. $250/week. Monthly rates available. Some utilities included. 941-747-3321 or 941-219-1042. SEASONAL RENTALS: PERICO Bay Club, October through January, $1,000/month. January 2007, $2,500/month. Key Royale home, 3BR/2BR, All new interior, heated pool, spa and boat dock. $1,000/week. Longboat Key Village cottage, $2,500/month. All new interiors. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. SEASONAL OR WEEKLY cottage-style rentals. 1BR/1BA or 2BR/1BA with pool. Walk to beach, shopping, restaurants. 941-778-3426. Web site 2spinnakers.com. REAL ESTATE WATERFRONT PROPERTY 2BR/2BA open-plan with great views of Tampa Bay. Canalfront, walking distance to beach and restaurants. $779,000. 941-779-1512. FOR SALE BY owner: Best value on the Island! 2BR/ 2BA, one-car garage, gourmet kitchen, new windows, updated baths and more. Two blocks from beach. $615,000. 941-778-8677. 406 Bay Palms Drive, Holmes Beach. 3BR/2BA: One bedroom used as a den/office/playroom, enclosed lanai, tiled with carpeted bedrooms. 1,400 sf, county water/sewer, citrus trees, near Brentwood school in Sarasota. Reduced to $274,900. 941-379-4196 or 941-954-7474. KEY ROYALE: Holmes Beach. Direct bayfront, gorgeous view of Skyway, 3BR/2.5BA, two-car garage, private dock. $2,500,000. North Point Harbor canalfront 4BR/3BA, five-car garage. Elevated with new lap pool/spa/waterfall, seawall and dock. $872,500. 2BR/2BA, two-car garage, renovated ranch with new seawall/dock/20,000-lb lift. $989,500. Both with community pool and tennis. Call Lynn Bankuty, Realtor, SunCoast Real Estate, 941-737-1420. C P R: 941-794.1515. Sales, rentals, property management. Coastal Properties Realty. www.coastalpropertiesrealty.com. BAYVIEW AND CANALFRONT with pool. 2BR/2BA open plan, new kitchen. Totally upgraded. Dock, three davits. Owner motivated. Not a drive-by, must see inside! By owner. Call Herb Dolan, 941-705-4454. 404 21st Place. Bradenton Beach. DESIRABLE ANNA MARIA lot for sale by owner, 50x110 feet. 117 Willow Avenue. Asking $500,000. 813-837-6224. LONGBOAT DUPLEX: 4-6 bedrooms on canal. Deeded beach access. Rent it out or redevelop (adjacent property available). $799,000. Mary Ann Namack, Longview Realty, 941-383-6112. TRIPLEX FOR SALE: Just steps to the Gulf of Mexico! This triplex is on beautiful Anna Maria Island, Fla. Currently a rental property with a yearly income of $34,800. Rent out two units and live in the other. Rent annual or seasonal. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants and trolley stop. Asking $599,000. Easy to rent or create your own Island hideaway! Call 646-842-0096 for more information. LOT FOR SALE: One block to Gulf. 50x100 feet, cleared. $539,000. 215 71st St., Holmes Beach. (941) 778-4036. ALMOST ISLAND HOME: Adorable 1BR/1BA. Brand new furnished, bay windows with water view. Hurricane Force-3 manufactured home. One mile from Anna Maria Island and one block from Intracoastal Waterway with new marina and boat ramp. Land owned. Home owner’s association optional. $159,900. 941-224-6521. NORTHWEST BRADENTON: THE best buy in this friendly, small community next to Palma Sola Bay. A very tidy and clean Richmond home on a double lot. $299,000. Call Ken Jackson at Green Real Estate, 941-778-0455. BRAND NEW 2BR/2BA villa with garage. Only $89/month fee. $225,000. Bill, 941-518-9300. TRIPLEX: IDEAL LOCATION WITH great appeal. Beautifully updated and maintained, new roof, turnkey furnished. Beach access just steps away, bay views, boat dock, ample parking, great income rental. Room for a pool. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. $875,000. 111 8th St. S., Bradenton Beach. Bridget Spies, ReMax Properties, 941-308-6763. MSL# 313022. BEACH CONDO: LIKE new. Priced below appraised value. 717-392-4048. WEST BRADENTON: OPEN noon-4pm Sunday. Six months condo fees paid!  Free-standing, private three-bedroom upgraded condo with two-car garage, new lanai. Call for details, 941-792-0763. $309,900. 5605 Whipporwill Ct. off 59th Street West, Tanglewood. OPEN HOUSE: 1-4pm Sunday: New home, 3,746 sf 3-4BR/3BA, granite/cherry kitchen, three screened verandas. $829,000. Horizon Realty, 941-725-7000. 303 58th St., Holmes Beach. CANAL HOME FOR sale in Holmes Beach by owner. $790,000. Call 717-392-4048.         UPDATED 3BR/2BA: 1,560 sf, tastefully furnished and decorated, sold turnkey.  For sale by owner.  Buyer's agents, 3 percent. $599,900  Appointments only.  813-818-8314. 8104 Marina Drive, Holmes Beach. www.bohnenberger.homesindeed.com. BEACHFRONT CONDOS: TWO 1BR/1BA, new construction, designer furnished, breathtaking views, Jacuzzi. Great rental, walk to shopping, restaurants. Both $995,000 or each $519,000. Captko462@aol.com. 901-301-8299. COURTYARD COTTAGE, 700 feet to the bay in north Anna Maria! Some peeks of the bay! $405,000. Call Green Real Estate for more details. 941-778-0455. HOLMES BEACH AREA: charming canalfront home, newly renovated, 3BR/2BA. Granite kitchen. 1.5 miles to beach. Sale, $599,000, rent $1,600/month, or lease with purchase option. 614-207-7878. BRADENTON BEACH 2BR/2BA end unit with full Gulf views. Turnkey furnished, stainless-steel appliances, granite, boat docks, tennis, pool. $659,000. 941-388-5238.OPEN SATURDAY AND Sunday 1pm-3pm, refreshments served. Remodeled house, 4BR/3BA. $899,000. 941-730-3653. 408 Poinsettia Road. Anna Maria. Island Team, Wedebrock Real Estate, 941-730-3653. PERICO ISLAND PATIO home: 1.5 years new, 3BR/2BA split plan, shabby chic, master bath, vanity, wood-look floors. $435,000. Rhonda, 941-761-8135. TEMPORARY ISLAND RENTAL: One month or more, September through January. 2BR/1BA duplex, newly remodeled, one block to beach. $975/month. 941-807-5449. BEACH HOUSE: 2BR/1BA, garage, storage shed, new roof, new air conditioning. Quaint. Close to beach, west of Gulf Drive. Call 813-690-5143 or 813-681-9111. 112 81st St., Holmes Beach. FOR SALE: ALL new beach house. 1BR/1BA, fully furnished, all appliances. Sandpiper resort #521. 55-plus community on the Intracoastal across the street from the beach. $175,000. You can't get on the Island for less than this! 317-873-3307. CONDO FOR SALE: Beautiful water view. Immediate occupancy. Turnkey, only bring your toothbrush. Condo in pristine condition. Sale by owner, seller will carry mortgage to qualified buyers. Low down payment, low fixed interest rate. Huge price reduction. Phone 315-733-0851. 3BR/1BA CITY OF Anna Maria. Updated, ground-level, close to Gulf, fully furnished. $515,000. 941-727-5789. CONCERNED ABOUT WIND insurance and energy costs? Check out www.greengulfbuilders.com for the solution. CANALFRONT 3BR/2BA: GULF access, boat lift, fireplace, caged pool, San Remo Shores, two miles to Island beaches. $459,900. 941-447-9844. PERICO ISLAND PATIO/pool home: 2BR/2BA two-car garage with den clubhouse, tennis, sauna, weight room. Golf and beach two miles away. $373,000. 11006 Peach Point Ct. 941-794-1491. ENJOY SPECTACULAR VIEWS of Passage Key and Tampa Bay from this updated beachfront cottage. Deep property with room to expand. Seawall and beach. MLS#534612. $1,399,000. Lynn Parker, RoseBay Real Estate, 941-321-2736. ABSOLUTE AUCTION: 4pm Sunday, Oct. 15. 4BR/3BA two-car garage, dock and lift. Two story, 3,000-plus sf, deep sailboat canal, custom home with pool, quick bay access. Country Club Shores. 562 Ranger Lane, Longboat Key. Neal Van DeRee, Realtor, 941-488-1500. www.vanderee.com. HOLMES BEACH: R-2 lot reduced. Over 12,000 sf. Two blocks to beach. $590,000. 941-351-3922. CLASSY HOLMES BEACH duplex. One block to beach, secluded, little traffic, new appliances. Each side 2BR/2BA. 5613 Guava.  $650,000. 941-778-6219. FAMILY COMPOUND: Key Royale. Two adjacent pool homes. Boat docks, big lots. $2,000,000. Exclusive. Real Estate Mart, 941- 756-1090. BAYSHORE: 4BR/2BA all remodeled home. Community pool and boat dock. $239,900. Exclusive. Real Estate Mart, 941-756-1090. OUT-OF-STATE REAL ESTATE BEAUTIFUL NORTH CAROLINA: Escape the heat in the beautiful peaceful mountains of western North Carolina homes, cabins, acreage and investments. Cherokee Mountain GMAC Real Estate. cherokeemountainrealty.com Call for free brochure, 800-841-5868. NORTH CAROLINA: COOL mountain air, views and streams, homes, cabins and acreage. Free brochure, 800-642-5333. Realty Of Murphy, 317 Peachtree St., Murphy NC 28906. www.realtyofmurphy.com. GULFFRONT LOTS $595,000. Homes starting mid-$300s. New master-planned oceanfront community on beautiful Mustang Island, near Corpus Christi, Texas. www.cinnamonshore.com, 866-891-5163. WITH TENNESSEE'S BEAUTIFUL lakes and mountains, you are sure to find the perfect spot to call home. Call Nancy Gaines, Gables & Gates, 865-388-7703, 865-777-9191. www.nancygaines.com. ASHEVILLE NC AREA: Breathtaking mountain view and river parcels. One- to eight acres from the $80s. Nature trails, custom lodge, river walk and much more. Five minutes from town. 866-340-8446. VIRGINIA MOUNTAIN LOG cabin, unfinished inside. View, trees, private, large creek and river nearby. $139,500. Owner, 866-789-8535. VA94.com. GEORGIA/NORTH CAROLINA: Captivating mountain views, lakes, rivers, waterfalls. Homesites starting at $39,900. Log home kits at $39,900. Limited availability. Call 888-389-3504, ext.700. SAVANNAH AREA: DESIRABLE Richmond Hill lake community one- to three-acre lots from $79,900. Gated entrance, great schools. Lakefront and marshfront available. Premium amenities package. Excellent financing. Pre-construction sale Saturday, Sept. 30. Call for more information! 888-525-3725, ext. 1796. NEW, PRE-CONSTRUCTION golf community: Coastal Georgia. Large lots with deep water, marsh, golf, nature views. Gated, golf, fitness center, tennis, trails. oak park, docks. $70s-$300,000. 877-266-7376. www.cooperspoint.com. NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS: Gated community with spectacular views, public water including fire hydrants, DSL accessibility, paved roads, nearby lakes; pre-selling phase IV, $35,000-plus. 800-463-9980. www.theridgeatsouthmountain.com. WATERFRONT: WILMINGTON, N.C., Historic Port City coastal development The Bluffs on the Cape Fear. Fastest growing county in North Carolina. Grand opening fall 2006. Direct ocean access. Pre-construction incentives to call now. www.thebluffsnc.com. 866-725-8337 Cape Fear Bluffs, LLC Broker. WESTERN NEW MEXICO: 62 acres $110,990. Trees, mountain views, wildlife, close to bureau of land management. Horseback riding, hiking, hunting. Perfect for vacation, investment, retirement. Electricity. 100 percent financing. Larger acreage available. 866-365-2825. HOW TO ADVERTISE HOW TO ADVERTISE: DEADLINE: MONDAY NOON for Wednesday publication. 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