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Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong
Pool
Games room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪37 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.

Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi

Joy Abounds

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You're going to love spreading out in this lovely three-bedroom 1950s-style house facing the Gulf of Mexico and featuring a private patio and pool, perfect for family vacations and get-togethers with friends! Spread out in the bright and attractive living area featuring lots of comfortable furniture and attractive wall art and decor. You can watch your favorite movies and shows on the large, wall-mounted flatscreen TV whenever you want a break from all the beach fun. Take advantage of the full kitchen's stainless steel appliances and ample counter space to cook up delicious meals then serve your guests at the dining table or outside on the patio for an al-fresco meal. The kids will love splashing around in the private pool, and they'll have plenty of space to run around in the enclosed yard. The fully furnished pool deck offers plenty of seating and space to spread out including chaise lounges, two rocking chairs, four director's chairs, a bistro table, and two outdoor dining tables. There are also two toddler-sized Adirondack chairs, two in-pool umbrellas and a large out-of-pool double umbrella, and a two-person hammock with stand. Challenge someone to a game of Ping-Pong, pool, or even some board games in the recreation room, then head outside for a good read in the comfy hammock. When it's time to call it a night, you'll have three well-appointed bedrooms to enjoy.

Things to Know
We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October.
Beach gear includes 4 boogie boards, 5 beach chairs, a small rolling cooler for the beach, a beach cart, two beach umbrellas, and toddler toys for the beach (pails, sand molds, etc.)
Pool floats and lounges provided
This home has active security cameras installed at the front door and each corner of the property - not facing the pool area

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.

Security camera details: Front door, and corner of each property, next to sliding glass door but not pointing at pool



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 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Bradenton Beach. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and 7 minutes by car from Cortez Beach
This vacation home offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,343 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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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Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holmes beach get away
This was quite an amazing property. We absolutely loved the proximity to Holmes Beach and utilized it extensively. The pool was so wonderful. The beach equipment was awesome. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The gameroom was great. Laundry, bathrooms..great. This place had everything. The only couple things we thought needed some improvement was a true deep clean in the kitchen (and possibly some updating), and a deeper cleaning targeting pet hair. Overall we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenlee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This was such a cute place in a great location. Just a short walk to the beach and a great neighborhood. We got a lot of use out of the pool and the backyard. The game room was super neat! Everything was very clean and we had everything we needed. It looks just like the pictures, but even better. Couldn’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful pool
A unique old Florida house in a quiet neighborhood. Had a great pool in a wonderfully landscaped backyard. The house was very close to an uncrowded beach which after driving down the road to Cortez and Coquina beaches became so much more appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time
We couldn’t be happier with our choice and will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jerry F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This is the second year in a row that we have stayed at Blue Grotto. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Ronald H., Celina

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2021
Wonderful stay Loved the pool and how close to the beach we were One thing is your pictures of house, inside rooms, needs to be updated. changes to furniture was a big surprise
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacay ever
Anything you can imagine for a wonderful vacation is available in this beautiful home! We have never seen so many games, puzzles, books, etc. for guests. The pool was amazing! We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Demetrios P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent experience
Excellent experience, perfect location for beach access, very responsive hosts, everything was as described and presented. Everything that could be needed in home was present including high chair, pack n play, beach wagon, umbrellas etc. Perfect access to beach. Great pool. Delicious mangos from the tree in the yard that host recommended that we take a taste of. Very kid friendly, game room was a hit and enjoyed by entire family. Comfortable accommodations, with everything that is needed for a restful vacation. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was another wonderful week on AMI.
We had one minor issue and the owners responded immediately! I wish everyone was this responsive!! Thanks for a wonderful week at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

leslie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Vaca Getaway
We absolutely loved this quirky house near the beach. Such a fun and funky vibe. The house was clean, had so many unique touches, and so many things to keep guests entertained. The pool was beautiful and it is a very short walk to the beach. Would definitely recommend to anyone inquiring!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation paradise
I cannot say enough about our experience with this fabulous property and the lovely owners. We are already planning a (hopefully) spring break trip to this house in 2022. The house is charming and inviting. It has such personality and is obvious well loved and cared for by the owners. Everything that was described in the listing was accurate and we even found some wonderful additional surprises. We loved all of the game options, the ping-pong table and foosball table. I don’t think we were expecting the game room to be as large and inviting as it was and the space was perfect for our family to spread out in. The pool was my children’s favorite part and the lights show and in pool recliner area and eating area poolside we’re a nightly favorite. The rooms were very comfortable and well appointed. It was wonderful to be in a home so well appointed in the kitchen so that we could cook all of our meals in. The neighborhood is just charming and very residential and we loved the short walk to the beach. As described, the property had all sorts of beach and pool accessories which we made use of. We have already recommended this home to our family and will do so without hesitation to anybody looking for a peaceful getaway. You can do as much or little as you like on this charming island and we feel like we barely scratched the surface. I have to say that I am bowled over by the property owners. They were quickly responsive when we had questions and were incredibly accommodating and kind. They provided all of the information that we could need to have a perfect trip, including local recommendations and tips. And they certainly made our trip a whole lot easier with information when facing a potential hurricane
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This was our first trip to AMI. We have three kids: 5,8, & 10 and when we go anywhere for a week the Expedition is packed! We didn’t have to do that this year! Joy Abounds had EVERYTHING we needed for the beach or pool in the house. Mamas- can I get an Amen?! Beach chairs, toys, towels, umbrellas, carts, floats, pool noodles, etc. They also had a highchair and pack n play if you need those. In addition to a comfortable house the best part inside was the sunroom/game room that overlooks the pool. Ping pong, fooseball, tons of books and board games. The property is beautifully landscaped and you feel like you are at a professional resort. The beach is maybe 100 yards across a tiny side street- no major road to cross. This was a huge plus with kids. We packed clothes, a few dry goods and had InstaCart deliver our groceries 30 minutes after we arrived. Lisa and Zach communicated everything we needed to know and answered all questions in a timely manner. We loved it so much we booked 2022 before we left!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and Pool!
The location is amazing. It's right in the middle of the island, so a quick drive or walk to everything. The beach is so close and our small children had no trouble walking to the beach. The pack n play and high chair were very much appreciated. The kids loved the shelf in the pool, and we loved the umbrella in the pool to keep them in the shade. The owners were so helpful for anything we needed. The only issue was the ants, which I've heard is an issue everywhere. We left food (in packages) on the counter and in the cabinet and in the morning there were ants all over the food. We then kept everything in the fridge and microwave and all was well the rest of the week. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vintage property in a perfect area
We had multiple families join us for our stay and we’re able to find this property which was 1/2 block from the property we were renting . The home was well equipped, gorgeous pool and close to us as well as the beach . Our family loved it !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karyn P., Philadelphia,PA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Joy Abounds
Joy Abounds is our favorite rental on AMI, and we have stayed in many over the past 25 years!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Joy Abounds is the perfect name for this charming beach home!
We absolutely loved our time at The Pink House (as our kids delighted in calling our home away from home) and one week went by all too fast! Everything in the home was comfortable, charming and welcoming - it was a perfect home base for exploring Anna Maria Island, and truly just a 3 minute walk from the turquoise water and white sand beach. The showstopper at the house is the new and AMAZING pool in the fenced backyard. If you have kids who love to play in the water (as we do), it will be difficult to get them out of the sparkling pool to do anything else. The grownups also spent many blissful afternoons reading on the pool loungers in the sun. Having our own private pool at the house made for a A+ vacation and everyone nearly cried when we had to leave. We are already dreaming about returning :) The owners couldn't have been nicer, they were communicative, helpful and so responsive when we had a question about the house. Thank you so much - this was a vacation with so much JOY - we'll never forget the sunsets we got to see and all the fun we had every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S., Louisville, KY

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay
Such a great house in an amazing location. We loved the ranch set up as it was perfect with a toddler. The proximity to the beach can’t be beat and the pool is amazing. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as advertised
Easy 5 minute walk to beach. Owners have done a nice job of having everything on hand from beach umbrella, beach towels, and a cart to carry all that. Pool is wonderful. Warm and clean. Very responsive owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing and comfortable stay
Amazing location so close to the beach, restaurants and shopping. Great heated pool with shallow deck for kids/infants. Easy and friendly communication with owners. Would stay again!!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER H., knoxville, tn

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this place!
This home is in a perfect location with a PERFECT pool! The beds are comfy, the kitchen was well stocked. There was plenty of room for our family of 6 to sprawl out. The game room was a nice place to hang out and gave extra activities for us to enjoy but THAT POOL THO! We will absolutely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, eclectic, old Florida home in perfect location!
The owners could not have been nicer or more accommodating. This property is centrally located on the island for any activities, restaurants, or drives into Bradenton or beyond. The game room area was a big hit with our teens. The new pool is amazing. Most of our time at the house was spent in the pool. It was so nice to have the beach cart, umbrellas and chairs for the very short walk to the beach. It was one of our favorite family vacations to date.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best 1st Experience to AMI
Location was excellent to beach and dining. Amazing pool! Game room was a huge hit! House was fully furnished with more than expected. Very nice to have beach towels, beach chairs, and cart. Makes packing easier! This was the easiest in and out place we have stayed at. Owners were amazing to work with and communication was superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
It doesn't get much better than this
This property was all we were looking for and more. It is a short 3 minute walk to the beach without having to cross any busy streets. We had 3 kids ages 3-7 that had no issues with the walk. The new pool in the back yard is the perfect compliment to the property. Kids loved the light show in the pool. The neighborhood has a very residential feeling. The owners were great to work with and very responsive to questions. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
How lucky can you get !!!
You’re very lucky if you rent this home. We love it here. If being only steps from the beach isn’t enough, now there is a new heated pool with a fountain and a light show! Awesome for the kids and romantic for couples. Everything you need is there and tons of things you would never think about until you saw them. Also perfect location and your hosts are tres accommodating. Better hurry to get this classic Anna Maria Island gem.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

James P., Burtonsville, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Florida house
The property is just what we wanted for a winter vacation. Our main regret is dealing through VRBO's website and communications portal. It is awful, gives no (or erroneous) feedback, and charges a substantial fee for incompetence.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020