10/10 Excellent
Kim R.
26 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Kim R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Unwind Sunshine - heated pool, steps to the local's favorite beach, free bikes
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8174.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Holmes Beach, FL
- Bradenton Beach5 min walk
- Bean Point Beach5 min drive
- Anna Maria Beach5 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Unwind Sunshine - heated pool, steps to the local's favorite beach, free bikes
***WEEKLY RENTAL**** This Luxury beach chic cottage home has it all....location, fully stocked luxury kitchen, and beach bikes. 4 minute walk to the beach and near the free trolley stop. This boutique property is not your average rental. We are blessed to have multiple repeat visitors year after year. Come see why!
THE HOME - Pristine 4 bedroom, 3 bath charmer sleeps 8 guests. Dual King Ensuite bedrooms. Luxury mattresses and black out shades for a good night sleep. Automated home with electronic locks, 4 smart TV's, WIFI, a nest system, and bluetooth stereo, so you can enjoy tropical tunes poolside. The ranch style floor plan with open concept kitchen and living room is a perfect layout for family fun.
THE BEACH - Our beach access is known by the locals as one of the BEST beaches on the island due to the gentle sloping ocean floor, no high rise condos, and a wide sand bar to look for sand dollars.
THE POOL - The large heated pool stays programmed to 85 degrees during winter months. Enjoy reading poolside next to the babbling rock water feature. Lush tropical landscaping provides privacy and an afternoon break from the summer sun. It's truly a private oasis.
THE EXTRAS - Under counter ice maker, two full size refrigerators, fully stocked chef kitchen, poolside grill, beach cruiser bikes, soft sided coolers, 8 Tommy Bahama beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, frisbee, beach towels, toddler swim floaties, and beach umbrella. Load your deluxe beach cart and head to the beach. High chair and Pack-N-Play can be found in the bunk room closet. Fully stocked game closet for family fun (Scattegories, Pictionary, Clue, Boogle, Trivial Pursuit, Candy Land, Connect Four, Blank Slate, Bop It, etc). Forgot your book? No problem, we have a small book share shelf.
Bedroom 1: King, ensuite bathroom, sliding glass doors with view of the pool.
Bedroom 2: King, ensuite bathroom, window view of the pool, door to pool
Bedroom 3: 4 twin bunk beds custom built with barn door
Bedroom 4: Queen with adjacent full bath
Our home is conveniently located between downtown Anna Maria and downtown Holmes Beach.
For your family's safety and security, we have pool alarms on all backyard access doors, we provide a unique door code for all guests, and we have a flood light security camera system in the front yard (garage and gates to the pool).
VRC18-000016
THE HOME - Pristine 4 bedroom, 3 bath charmer sleeps 8 guests. Dual King Ensuite bedrooms. Luxury mattresses and black out shades for a good night sleep. Automated home with electronic locks, 4 smart TV's, WIFI, a nest system, and bluetooth stereo, so you can enjoy tropical tunes poolside. The ranch style floor plan with open concept kitchen and living room is a perfect layout for family fun.
THE BEACH - Our beach access is known by the locals as one of the BEST beaches on the island due to the gentle sloping ocean floor, no high rise condos, and a wide sand bar to look for sand dollars.
THE POOL - The large heated pool stays programmed to 85 degrees during winter months. Enjoy reading poolside next to the babbling rock water feature. Lush tropical landscaping provides privacy and an afternoon break from the summer sun. It's truly a private oasis.
THE EXTRAS - Under counter ice maker, two full size refrigerators, fully stocked chef kitchen, poolside grill, beach cruiser bikes, soft sided coolers, 8 Tommy Bahama beach chairs, boogie boards, sand toys, frisbee, beach towels, toddler swim floaties, and beach umbrella. Load your deluxe beach cart and head to the beach. High chair and Pack-N-Play can be found in the bunk room closet. Fully stocked game closet for family fun (Scattegories, Pictionary, Clue, Boogle, Trivial Pursuit, Candy Land, Connect Four, Blank Slate, Bop It, etc). Forgot your book? No problem, we have a small book share shelf.
Bedroom 1: King, ensuite bathroom, sliding glass doors with view of the pool.
Bedroom 2: King, ensuite bathroom, window view of the pool, door to pool
Bedroom 3: 4 twin bunk beds custom built with barn door
Bedroom 4: Queen with adjacent full bath
Our home is conveniently located between downtown Anna Maria and downtown Holmes Beach.
For your family's safety and security, we have pool alarms on all backyard access doors, we provide a unique door code for all guests, and we have a flood light security camera system in the front yard (garage and gates to the pool).
VRC18-000016
Property manager
Stephanie
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Anna Maria City Pier - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Bean Point Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
- Anna Maria Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
- Manatee Public Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 5 min drive
- Rod & Reel Pier - 6 min drive
- Two Scoops - 4 min drive
- Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 19 min walk
- The Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michael W.
17 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unwinding
Michael W.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb R., Georgia
6 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this place!
Barb R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandy D.
6 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, location, outdoor area and host
Sandy D.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
sam k.
18 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming
sam k.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol W.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House
Carol W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie C.
18 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay here!!
Katie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul M., SHOREWOOD
21 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Paul M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joe S.
15 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect House
Joe S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin P.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week!
Robin P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
20 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna Maria getaway paradise
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christine H.
6 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described - charming
Christine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara H., Evansville, indiana
4 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House.
Barbara H.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
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6 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anna Maria Island
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Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
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Sandy D., Lima, Ohio
8 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and outstanding features
Sandy D.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judith C.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home, perfect location
Judith C.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!
Kim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ellen D.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family beach house.
Ellen D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melinda M.
31 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house!
Melinda M.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane N.
21 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful trip to Anna Maria!
Diane N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alan H.
9 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No detail missed
Alan H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rick P.
11 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Rick P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paula P.
30 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Vacation
Paula P.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Zachary S.
22 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Zachary S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie
Hello!
Vacation time is often limited, so we are deeply honored you are considering our beach house as your personal oasis.
After 20+ years in corporate healthcare, I retired early to spend more time with family and serve local charities. During my career, I was blessed to experience some of the finest accommodations in the U.S, so I hold high standards for our beach vacation rental. My husband is a custom home builder in the Tampa Bay area.
We merged our "life experiences" to create a happy place for our family. Our home was custom designed to create a beautiful, relaxing environment that plays to your senses. You can hear the waterfall while napping. The color palette is beachy, yet easy on the eyes. The crisp, airy interior allows you to breathe deep the moment you arrive. This has been our labor of love, and we are thrilled to share it with you. We hope it becomes your happy place too.
Stephanie
Vacation time is often limited, so we are deeply honored you are considering our beach house as your personal oasis.
After 20+ years in corporate healthcare, I retired early to spend more time with family and serve local charities. During my career, I was blessed to experience some of the finest accommodations in the U.S, so I hold high standards for our beach vacation rental. My husband is a custom home builder in the Tampa Bay area.
We merged our "life experiences" to create a happy place for our family. Our home was custom designed to create a beautiful, relaxing environment that plays to your senses. You can hear the waterfall while napping. The color palette is beachy, yet easy on the eyes. The crisp, airy interior allows you to breathe deep the moment you arrive. This has been our labor of love, and we are thrilled to share it with you. We hope it becomes your happy place too.
Stephanie
Why they chose this property
The beach! It's the locals' favorite beach area. Two country music stars recently purchased a home next to our beach access area. The gentle sloping ocean floor, sand bar, lack of high rise condos, and quiet neighborhood makes it perfect for families seeking a beach escape to truly unwind.
For fun outings, we are only two houses from the free island trolley stop. Restaurants, clothing boutiques, coffee and ice cream shops are minutes away. You can access downtown Anna Maria, downtown Holmes Beach, and downtown Bradenton Beach, so the location is perfect!
For fun outings, we are only two houses from the free island trolley stop. Restaurants, clothing boutiques, coffee and ice cream shops are minutes away. You can access downtown Anna Maria, downtown Holmes Beach, and downtown Bradenton Beach, so the location is perfect!
What makes this property unique
NO STAIRS TO THE POOL - We have a luxury single level home that is built around the private tropical pool. Many homes have flights of stairs to access the pool. You can see family swimming from the living room while watching sports, easily carry meals to the patio for al fresco dining, or the kids can use the bathroom without running up and down the steps. Many guests return year after year due to the layout and neighborhood. It's perfect for a few small families.
OWNER MANAGED - This is a big one. Your experience is ALWAYS our top priority every stay. This is our only vacation rental in AMI, and we work directly with all our guests. We are available 24/7, provide our personal cell phones during your stay, and follow our guests desired level of communication. We love hospitality and sharing our home with wonderful families and friends.
THE GOLDEN RULE - We treat our guests as we would want to be treated. We provide professionally laundered high end linens and clean quilts every stay. We keep our pool heater on MAXIMUM heat throughout the winter. Most homes on the island do not do this. You have full access to adjust the AC to your desired temperature. We use high end mattresses and all the little luxuries you deserve.
LOCATION - AWESOME! Neighborhood is quiet, yet we are next to the trolley. We are near the best beach on the island.
REPEAT VISITORS - We are blessed with many amazing families who visit year after year. We love our repeat guests...many who have become friends!
OWNER MANAGED - This is a big one. Your experience is ALWAYS our top priority every stay. This is our only vacation rental in AMI, and we work directly with all our guests. We are available 24/7, provide our personal cell phones during your stay, and follow our guests desired level of communication. We love hospitality and sharing our home with wonderful families and friends.
THE GOLDEN RULE - We treat our guests as we would want to be treated. We provide professionally laundered high end linens and clean quilts every stay. We keep our pool heater on MAXIMUM heat throughout the winter. Most homes on the island do not do this. You have full access to adjust the AC to your desired temperature. We use high end mattresses and all the little luxuries you deserve.
LOCATION - AWESOME! Neighborhood is quiet, yet we are next to the trolley. We are near the best beach on the island.
REPEAT VISITORS - We are blessed with many amazing families who visit year after year. We love our repeat guests...many who have become friends!
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