Adorable beachfront rental in a great location with Gulf access right outside

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 657 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Holmes Beach, FL

Bradenton Beach
1 min walk
AMI Paddleboard Adventures
8 min walk
West Coast Surf Shop
8 min walk
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
26 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Playa Casanas South

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This property has a seven-night stay requirement. However, select properties have the flexibility for shorter stays.

Head to Holmes Beach for your next sun-filled getaway and revel in a spectacular island experience when you stay in this adorable two-bedroom home right on the beach!

With the flour-soft sands of the Gulf of Mexico as your backyard, we wouldn't blame you if you spent your entire vacation lounging on the beach! If you feel like exploring, though, leave your two cars parked in the driveway and use the free, air-conditioned trolley to get around. Check out famed Pine Avenue for shopping and dining in the city of Anna Maria to the north, or head 10 miles south to historic Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach.

Inside your home away from home, use the free WiFi, watch a DVD on the flatscreen TV, or catch up on your reading on the screened lanai while you savor a cold drink. Cook delicious meals in your bright, fully equipped kitchen, or grill some mouthwatering seafood on the gas BBQ. Keep your home base sand-free after by rinsing off in the outdoor shower, and freshen up your bathing suits with a spin in the private washer/dryer.

This villa, which sleeps six, can also be rented with the adjoining rental if you're traveling with a larger group (up to 12).

Book this rental today and come live the slow island life in Holmes Beach!

THINGS TO KNOW
Please note, all guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Thank you!*
We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October.
Code enforcement notification: 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.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Bradenton Beach. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and a patio in the villa.

Air-conditioned villa with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
Steps from Bradenton Beach and 8 minutes by foot from AMI Paddleboard Adventures

This villa offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Holmes Beach villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach

Internet

Internet access

Parking and transport

On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

1 bathroom
Towels provided

Entertainment

TV with cable/satellite service
DVD player

Outdoor areas

Patio
Barbecue

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

Near the ocean
Near the sea
On the waterfront

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit

General

Unit size: 610 sq ft (57 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Adorable beachfront rental in a great location with Gulf access right outside Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

ellen k., Glens Falls, NY

9 Mar 2024

Great location No frills abode

I was traveling with my 90 year old mother so proximity to the beach was paramount. It was perfect for the location also quick to walk or bike to Publix and a few restaurants I would have liked more attention to details like cutlery and kitchen supplies A sponge, two garbage bags, two dish washer pods and two washing machine pods were also provided We used none as the washer dryer were not operating ( we were offered compensation and new units to arrive upon our departure) Dishes needed to be washed at each meal to have clean for next so no use for dishwasher Grill worked and was easy to use No functional beach chairs provided Plenty of towels, beach and bath Finally cleaning crew could definitely pay more attention to every corner in each room Yuck The ups outweighed the negatives if location is more important than amenities

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy T., Middletown, Pennsylvania

14 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean but old

Property is old and needs updating and some paint. Back door is clear glass with no privacy. We had to cover glass with black garbage bags since there were no blinds or curtains. Bathroom needs updated. Dirt between wall and washer/dryer.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C., Palmetto

8 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little place on the beach

It was an economical location right on the beach. After reading all the past reviews looks like the issues were addressed. All the appliances worked well. A/c was nice and cool. Water was always hot as needed. The mattresses seemed to be in new condition. Nothing in the cupboards except plate ware so you’ll need to bring the essentials. There are stores and restaurants within walking distance.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Joy W.

25 Apr 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location the only positive

So much about this unit needs attention...master bed with a small coverlet across part of it instead of a bedspread; water running in bathroom sink splashing all over and making the floor wet (only stopped when we shut off cold water supply underneath); empty ice trays that we figured out had cracks (only partially explaining the dirty freezer floor covered in a sheet of ice), dishwasher that was hard to open and not secured to cabinetry (had to hold in place or it would fall forward when racks were pulled out); screen on back door flapping in the wind; dirty handprint on the wall; kitchen chairs with a sticky finish that we were only comfortable using if covered with towels; two TVs that we couldn't get to work even after hooking up the HDMI cable to the one on the wall and trying the various remotes (including one with sticky residue of duct tape and a missing battery cover); tiny stickers on floors and other places; an ironing board but no iron; welcome notebook with no useful information except trash pickup days (though garbage bins outside were never actually emptied). Received a text from Vacasa before we got there asking us to rate cleanliness. Gave them a 3 and replied with photos and details of issues we identified as soon as we had arrived (late evening). As we discovered other issues the next day, messaged them again. Never received any response until text on checkout day to say they hoped we enjoyed our stay. We could hear the ocean waves from the back patio and

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Denise C.

22 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

The Sunset experience.

Excellent rental right on the beach with beautiful sunsets. Property could use a few updates but can be overlooked due to location. Stayed for two weeks, had excellent weather. We did experience red tide and lost a few beach days, but it gave us time to explore the area. Would definitely return.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Migely J., Chicago, USA

25 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location on the Gulf but over-priced and in need of maintenance/ better management

My husband and I along with 2 young adult children just finished our stay. The positive: It’s on a beautiful Gulf-side beach location with fancy houses going up by it. Close to everything as well and was clean with a couple of notable exceptions. The weather was beautiful and we enjoyed the beach and AMI.. The beach cottage is actually 2 units that are next to each other. It’s cute but in need of an overhaul including better local vacation rental management with excessive service fees charged for cleaning/local Vacasa property management, it was not worth the money that we spent in comparison to others. Know that I have rented via VBRO many times and always had great success with rentals, less so this time. Here are some details: -the unit is much smaller than it appears. There is no way that it could sleep 6. One could not pull out the sofabed and still get in the front door and there was no extra bedding. -The tiny hot water heater is in a kitchen base cabinet and runs out after even 1 quick shower. We had 4 people so a lot of cold showers when we wanted to go somewhere at the same time. -the fridge is tiny with missing side drawers that made it difficult to store items. -missing essential item in kitchen like can opener that we had to purchase. -the bathroom has rust and peeling paint by the shower and chipped paint vanity. The walls need to be repainted throughout especially the master bedroom and bathroom.. The queen mattress needs to be replaced; the twin beds are fine. Issues with Vacasa rental property management: Vacasa had incorrect and conflicting information about wifi access that was a big deal bc my son and I had to work for a part of the time. Our rental neighbor couldn’t even get in to their unit initially bc of being provided the wrong code. Vacasa also had sent instructions about pool access when there was none to both units. /Poor local support. Vacasa has a 24/7 offshore support center even when one calls the “local”number during business hours. It was frustrating after many attempts dealing with wifi access issue that we resolved ourselves and provided default network info back to Vacasa. A local rep stopped by for a service call (not from us)and learned that the pre rental inspection hadn’t been properly done-(e.g. no new air filter and air vent caked w/heavy dust). To her credit, she took pics. & tried to help In current state, I do not recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Patricia W., Hermon, Maine USA

13 Nov 2022

Mother daughter vacation

I stayed here with my 2 adult daughters. First the code for the door didn’t work and it took us about 15 minutes with the people on the phone to finally open a lock box with an actual key to use in tv door. The place is much smaller then it looks in the pictures. It was not as clean as it should have been. The cable and Wi-Fi was out Saturday till Tuesday at 4, they did compensate us for that. We had 3 wash clothes for 3 people for the whole week. We asked for more and they brought us 3 more, so we went to the dollar tree and bought some. 1 of the twin beds was very squeaky every time you moved at all it would wake you up. The management people on the phone and the 2 guys that came to fix the cable were very nice!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Cliff J., Clarkesville, GA USA

27 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, but...

It's a DUPLEX... a fact NOT listed clearly. Motel-6 bedding, furnishings, and appointments. Fantastic beach, with great screened porch, grill, and patio.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Holly C.

21 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach access

Small beach house was fine for two adults and a small dog. Problems with the keyless entry that was not fixed until Thursday. Mattresses and frying pans need replacement. More lighting in living area would be nice. The water heater is very small and does not provide enough warm water for one shower. There were no hangers in the closets.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danita L.

30 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

The battery on the door needs replacing. Other wise after calling the office and getting a new code we got in. Clean place

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sean R.

18 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful location with the best backyard

While the house is small, and the beds aren't the best, it's more than made up for by the location and its gorgeous backyard. It's near everything on the island, and would highly recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy K., Port Huron, Michigan

14 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachfront property

Nice small 2 bedroom duplex. Great for families. On ocean, was great for watching sunsets. House had covered screened patio, propane gas grill, and 2 umbrellas and beach chairs for Lou going on beach. Beds were comfortable. It is a small duplex, but your only in it to sleep lol. Highly recommend and will use again

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Erica S.

10 Apr 2021

Great Villa on the beach

Very convenient home on the ocean. Location was perfect

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

18 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Right on the beach!

This small duplex was perfect for my husband and me, along with our golden retriever. We specifically looked for beachfront and dog friendly. We had an enjoyable and restful time. There was a lovely screened porch and also a spacious outside area for eating and “hanging out” with the dog. The location was perfect - right on the beach and also close to groceries, drugstore, and places to eat. On the downside, the queen mattress was not that comfortable and some of the kitchen supplies were old and not quite working 100 %.. On the up-side, the management is very responsive and eager to do what they can to handle any difficulties. I would recommend this place for 2 people with a dog. Beach front location with privacy and grass and sand instead of concrete was the deciding factor for us.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

jerry h.

23 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location!

Love the set up and location. The beds ARE HORRIBLE! The queen bed you lie in a dip.. there are 2 dips... husband unable to sleep more than one night. went to the twin beds.. every time you moved it sounded like a cardboard box cracking... was better than the queen. We were not aware this was a duplex but was completely ok with that.. never heard anything from the other side. We had communication with VACASA.. they were prompt with answers.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

LInda C., Nashville

9 Feb 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Jewel On The Beach

Perfect charming cottage on the beach. The island was such a treat. The cottage was convenient to everything, including Bradenton. It was cozy, clean & well maintained. The Vacasa team was exceptionally helpful & friendly. I loved the home.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Matt L.

19 Jan 2020

poor beds and pillows. great location

Bare bones. Uncomfortable beds and pillows. Spartan kitchen with teflon peeling off pans. soggy cushions in lanai. No beach accessories except 4 chairs and towels. small hot water heater.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

3 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

I'm glad I got into the keypad lock on the front door, because I didn't have a phone # to call the o

Great place, I would definitely rent it again. Minor complaint, front door needs a deadbolt.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Ron G.

29 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, NO FRILLS

Location was perfect. When we arrived, the garbage can outside was over capacity. There is a wasp nest directly above the front door. Beds and furniture are extremely uncomfortable, but we weren't in the house too often. Believe it's a bit overpriced for the size of house it is. Whole interior is only a tad over 600sf. Picture says it will accommodate 4. You'd literally have to be 4 midgets. Best thing going for this house is the direct beach access...

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

21 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach amazing

Location was amazing. House was quite clean and roomier than expected. No television in twin bedroom. Television in master not working. Will definitely be booking this place again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Arianne R.

16 Jun 2019

Just enough

Very cute property and has easy beach access! We had issues with the code and couldn’t get it to work to make entry into the house on the first day, but we were helped very quickly! Management of this property is wonderful!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

17 Mar 2019

Great beachfront location.

Small home efficiently laid out. Its proximity to the beach is its greatest attribute. Shops just around the block too. Kitchen had apartment-size appliances. Property manager quickly addressed issues. Yes we would stay here again. No deadbolts on doors though.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

3 Mar 2019

The house was very clean. Being on the beach was a huge plus - 100 feet out back door

Our overall experience was good. The location is in a quiet street close to local stores. Very nice quaint beachfront property.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Aaron B.

31 Aug 2018

Great proximity to the beach (but Red Tide algal bloom ruined that)

Honestly, the house was fine and the proximity to the beach was amazing. The beach itself was wide and sandy and fairly clean, except: The RED TIDE came to Anna Maria Island for our entire stay, so the hundreds of dead fish and lung irritation made it so that we couldn't actually use the beach, or even the screened in patio :( As for the actual house, it was adequate. There weren't a lot of kitchen things to cook with, which was a little frustrating. And this isn't necessary, but there weren't very many "beach things," like umbrellas or sand toys, and no bored games either. Like I said, not necessary but I've stayed at other beach properties with those things, and it makes it nicer. They did provide beach towels (and of course bathroom towels) and some toiletries, so that was good. All in all, probably a 4-star if not for the dead fish, which is not this property's fault.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018