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Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom - 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom - 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

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About this property

Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready

Welcome to our vacation home, “Almost Heaven”! We believe you will agree with our name once you visit this gem on Anna Maria Island! Our recently completely renovated 3BR/2BA ocean-view condo is in the heart of Anna Maria Island. With private beach access, lighted tennis/pickleball courts, a private balcony, and one of the largest heated pools on Anna Maria, you will love all that Almost Heaven and Gulf Place has to offer. Gulf Place is a small, thoughtfully designed, and carefully maintained condo complex that offers guests a beach vacation to remember. There is an on-site manager to ensure that our guests have an enjoyable stay. Our unit is in great shape with no hurricane damage!

Our spacious end unit was completely updated at the beginning of 2024 to provide all the modern comforts in a relaxed beach atmosphere. There are views of the Gulf from the spacious living room and private balcony. Our unit’s balcony is ideally located in the most shaded and breezy location of the entire complex. Enjoy views of the Gulf over the heated pool in shaded comfort, or take a stroll down the stairs from your porch to the pool and private deck overlooking the beautiful turquoise waters of Florida’s Gulf Coast. From the private deck, you can access the white, sugary beaches of Anna Maria Island, where you can walk for miles, take a swim, look for dolphins, or search for seashells. If your timing is right, you may even see a nesting or hatching sea turtle.

Our 3BR/2BA condo is one of the most spacious on the island. The master bedroom has a comfortable king-size bed, television, walk-in closet, and a private bathroom with a shower. One guest bedroom has a queen-sized bed, television, and closet, while the second bedroom has a closet and a queen-sized bed with a twin bunk bed, allowing couples or children to enjoy this great layout. The guest bedrooms share a newly renovated guest bath with a tub. Note that we have a 6-person maximum occupancy (including children), which is strictly enforced.

The newly remodeled living room is spacious and furnished with comfort being the top priority! Enjoy watching your favorite show on the large screen TV from one of the comfortable reclining sofas or have your dinner on the large dining room table while watching the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico. We have even supplied games and puzzles for the whole family to enjoy! Free Wi-fi is also included!

As an end unit, our living room and all the bedrooms enjoy views of the beautiful outdoors. The bedrooms, guest bath, and living room were completely updated. The condo is completely furnished with all the amenities you would expect to have an enjoyable stay for a week or months. A fully updated and equipped kitchen, laundry room with washer and dryer, extra refrigerator, linens, towels, and beach chairs are provided! Just pack your beachwear and sunglasses, and we will take care of the rest!

Almost Heaven is ideally located in Holmes Beach, the heart of Anna Maria Island. There is private parking if you bring a car, but why bother as Anna Maria has a free trolley and other free transportation services that stop right outside. Although many shops, restaurants, and pubs are within walking distance, you can visit all that Anna Maria’s 7 miles of beaches have to offer with these free services! Our lovely island has a variety of food choices and many cuisines to suit any taste., from cafes and pubs to fine dining. Many local restaurants and nightspots offer live music nightly. Our favorite being the Freckled Fin Irish Pub, within walking distance. Truly, there is something for everyone!

We are dedicated to you having a wonderful vacation. We live less than a mile away, and as premier VRBO hosts, we will ensure that your stay at “Almost Heaven” exceeds your expectations!

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.

Maximum occupancy is 6 people (infants and children are people too), 2 vehicles on site, and a 7-night minimum stay (Saturday check-in/out unless otherwise agreed upon). Renters must complete the Gulf Place renter application and follow Gulf Place check-in procedures. Unless otherwise agreed check-in and check-out days are on Saturday only.

License # VRC22-000208

Property manager

Gy Yatros
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Washer
Dryer
Ocean view
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Renters must complete Gulf Place Rental Application prior to arrival. Renters must check in with Gulf Place security upon arrival.
7 Nights minimum. Check-in/out Saturdays only.
Maximum of 6 people including children and infants. They are people too :)

Important information

You need to know

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beach Front, Ocean Views, Heated Pool, Tennis & Beach Deck! Post-Hurricane Ready located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bradenton Beach, Palmetto Avenue Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We had a great time and the accommodations were as advertised!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break with the family

Perfect location in the perfect condo! We loved our stay at “Almost Heaven” - the condo was well outfitted with everything you need for a stay at the beach. We loved that the pool was Gulf front and the beachside deck was a nice amenity too. The master bed was a little firm for our liking, but that is just personal preference. Rent this condo - you will love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Vacation

Beautiful property, perfect location.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great!

Accommodations were represented well! It was clean comfy and just what we hoped for!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Heaven

We had the best time in AMI and in this space. The unit itself is incredibly well appointed - beach supplies, kitchen gadgets, coolers, tennis/pickle ball supplies, etc. Every thing was at our finger tips to start enjoying vacation and the space immediately. The unit was clean and laid out great for us!The broader complex offers pickleball, a pool, and amazing access to the beach just steps away. We LOVED the deck to be able experience the beach in quick doses vs. having a whole set-up in the sand.Communication with the host and accessing the unit was super easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay on Holmes Beach

Just fantastic. Gy was a great host and the unit was just as advertised, so clean and fully stocked I would absolutely stay again. It was great being right on the beach yet still having a heated pool. First floor was convenient, given we had an infant.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazgin week at Amost Heaven

This was our first trip to Holmes Beach and we were not disappionted at all. AMI is a great place to relax and Gy makes sure you have nothing to worry about it when he shares his home. We had a relaxaing vacation and enjoyed everything. We will be back and this is the only place we will stay. Thanks for sharing your home with my family. Until next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, can't wait to return!

The location was wonderful and the condo was as advertised. Plenty of room to spread out, very clean, great storage space, great kitchen stock and supplies, loved having laundry capabilities right there. Having the pool and beach so close made it easy for quick trips back to the condo for snacks and breaks. We used the shaded deck area every day. Super easy to unload from the car to the front door just steps away. Owner was prompt with all communication and quick to respond to questions. Very friendly and you can tell they care about their condo and take great care of it. Property manager gave us referral suggestions for boat excursion company and we had a great time that day! All around a fantastic, relaxing and fun trip and would love to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an AWESOME vacation... This Condo was spectacular, will definitely recommend.

This property was perfect. Location was incredible, right on the beach. Beautiful pool. The Condo was clean, well equipped, beds were comfortable, all amenities were in working condition and great quality. The location was perfect for going to restaurants, getting on free Shuttle, very quiet. We absolutely loved our stay. The host was very responsive abd helpful. We will certainly be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Annual Beach Vacation

Excellent Pool and beach boardwalk. Renter accommodated us with use of beach chairs. Very clean unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Condo

Very well-appointed condo, very clean and updated, great location, reserved parking, lots of beach gear! What more could you ask for?!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Lovely - 5 Stars Well Earned

We had a wonderful stay in this condo! We loved everything about it. The unit was well appointed. No need to bring your own chairs, and there were plenty of beach towels, floats, etc. - all kept nicely in a storage unit appointed to the condo. While we did bring our own umbrellas, one of those is available as well. The washer and dryer were in great shape, the beds were both comfortable and spotless, and the bathrooms were clean and up-to-date. The pool was immaculate and the property was very well-kept. We enjoyed sitting on the well-appointed viewing deck first thing in the morning with our coffee and again while viewing sunsets at night. As far as parking, our assigned parking spot was the closest to the unit - literally maybe 12 feet to the front door. The unit was "easy in, easy out" as far as move in and move out days. Gulf Place truly offers a family environment. We met many other families during our stay, some of whom knew the original owner of our condo (you can read up on the "Mayor of Gulf Place" during your stay.) Gy, the current owner and "Mayor's" son, checked in with us mid-stay, even though he was on his own vacation. We would definitely choose this condo all over again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything was perfect!! Enough things to get you started essential wise. Should have red the book would have known about beach chairs that’s my fault. But great location so my teenager didn’t have to cross a road when he was tired of the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing beach condo

This was our first time on Anna Maria Island and I am so glad we stayed at this condo. Gy was easy to work with, check-in was seamless. This condo is beautiful, right on the beach! It made it really easy to go back and forth from condo to beach with small children. Laundry in unit was a huge plus as well. Location was great. Close to restaurants/shops. Thank you Yatros family for sharing this condo with us , we did a toast to Irma on the balcony! All the best, the Caniano’s
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly ‘Almost Heaven ‘

We had a wonderful vacation at this beautiful property on Holmes Beach. The condo was spacious, spotless and well appointed. Lovely pool and tennis/pickleball court. Right on the beach and close to restaurants and shopping. Gulf Place is a beautifully kept condo complex with very helpful staff. The owners were easy to contact but really we had no occasion as the whole two weeks were nothing but enjoyable and seamless. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, convenient, beautiful, spacious 3BR

Loved, loved, loved our stay! Our favorite condo unit in Gulf Place. Condo stocked with everything we needed, loved the extra fridge! Loved watching sunsets to the beach. Master bedroom big enough for pack and play. Condo actual bigger in person than pictures looked online! Can’t wait to come back next year! Thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Condo on the beach

We enjoyed Almost Heaven. The location is very convenient to shopping and dining. This unit has only 4 steps to get into the condo which is very helpful for seniors or those who have difficulty with steps. The kitchen was stocked with everything you would need. The unit was very clean and nicely decorated. We will definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anna Maria Island vacation

Beautiful condo in a perfect location. Everything about this place was wonderful. By far, my favorite VRBO vacation rental ever !
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a family

We had a delightful week in this condo. It was spotless when we arrived, and was the perfect size for our party of 4 adults + 2 children. We loved the heated pool and easy access to the beach, both of which are literally steps from the condo. The kitchen was the most well-stocked rental kitchen I have ever stayed in! The neighbors were polite and friendly. All communication with the host was seamless with quick responses to any questions. The check-in process was clear. We never had any issues with people parking in our designated parking spot. Would absolutely recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heaven on Earth

Enjoyed every moment!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home away from home

This property offers a fully equipped kitchen, a feature this cook appreciates! Newly renovated kitchen and baths are beautiful, and the entire apartment is thoughtfully decorated. Comfortable living room furniture (no rattan!) was relaxing when we weren't on the beach or in the pool. One of the nicest condos at Gulf Place imo!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely outstanding

Communication was top notch. Everything pre-arrival explained, I knew exactly where to park, where to check in, etc. The location is exactly as described, parking is a breeze, you’re ON the beach, the pool is steps away, there’s plenty of local stores and restaurants nearby. I’ve stayed many places but this one was the best. Absolutely perfect host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation Get Away

We had a lovely time!! Everything was wonderful location and everything. Loved that they had beach chairs and umbrella so we didnt have to pack them!! The only thing that wasnt the greatest was the master bed its very firm along with the top bunk bed its firm too. But in all it was a great family vacation!! We definitely will be going back. Thanks for sharing your beautiful beach home with my family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Great location. Very nice and clean. No complaints.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gy Yatros

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I am a retired dentist who now helps patients suffering from sleep apnea with dental devices. My wife and our one son live less than a mile away from the property on Anna Maria Island. I have lived in the area for over 30 years and I think you will find it an exceptional place to visit.

Why they chose this property

Gulf Place condominiums are one of the few 3 BR/2BA complexes on Anna Maria Island. This small complex of 24 units has one of the largest heated pools on the island and is one of the few with a private beach deck for their guests. Our unit has been recently renovated and has the perfect porch that has a great view but remains shaded most of the day to enjoy year-round in sunny Florida. Our goal as premier VRBO hosts is to exceed your expectations!

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location! Our beach condo is ideally located in the middle of Anna Maria Island within walking distance of many of the wonderful things to enjoy on this island paradise.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests