Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities
Dreamy Amenities. Prime Island Location. First-class guest service. Sunkissed & Salty sits just steps away from the beach in highly-desirable northern Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island.
We crafted Sunkissed & Salty to provide guests with all the amenities usually found on high-end resorts but in the privacy of a single-family home. Soak up fun in the sun in our large heated private pool and spa surrounded tropical landscaping and inviting lounging areas.
We've supplied a set of custom cornhole boards and putting green to get the competitive juices flowing. A separate game-room with a foosball table and 80's arcade console will keep you entertained for hours. When all the play-time has your appetite screaming, fire up the grill and dine pool-side on our covered dining area complete with a 55" HDTV.
Prime Location: Sunkissed and Salty is STEPS, not blocks or even minutes, to the beach. When you want to venture out for other activities or needs, highly popular Anna Maria establishments Ginny's & Jane E's, The Sandbar, The Donut Experiment, The Waterfront and historic City Pier are all within 1.5 miles north. Just to our south, Publix (island's best grocery store), SALT Bar & Table, The Doctor's Office (amazing cocktails), and Skinny's are also within 2 miles.
Functional Layout: Sunkissed & Salty spans 2915 sq ft and two levels with all bedrooms, living, and indoor dining areas on the elevated level. The ground level provides extra space for gaming and relaxing.
Two large primary suites, each with king bed and spa-like en-suite overlook the pool and offer rear balcony access. There's an additional king bedroom with en-suite (shower/tub combo); and one bedroom that offers (2) XL Twins. Perfect for kids or single adults; or they can be adjoined to create a standard king bed – it's your option. A full bath (shower/tub combo) sits directly across the hall. All bedrooms have their own TV's.
Our open concept living, kitchen & dining means no one misses out on the fun and lively conversation. Since food is an important element of extended vacations, our kitchen is top-notch by any standard and contains all the cookware, utensils and gadgets to construct meals of any complexity. Off the dining area, a covered balcony offers peeks of the gulf and a place to relax in comfort.
We have all the beach & pool supplies handled - from sand toys to beach cart, beach chairs and pool towels. Just bring a beach umbrella because we do not provide umbrellas.
If there's anything we can do to help you better understand our home, the location, or vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please reach out! One thing is for certain, you'll need to book your stay at Sunkissed & Salty before another guest snatches your week.
Our House Rules: No parties, No exceptions No smoking indoors. No pets unless exception granted and fee paid. No more than eight (8) guests are permitted! STRICTLY ENFORCED Clean up sand, food or drink spills, garbage as they occur Abide by mandatory municipal quiet hours at night. No chairs or other furniture in the pool or spa. Wash sand off feet & supplies before entering home or pool. Swimming is at your own risk as there is no lifeguard
Vacation Rental License: VRC21-000004
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 5 min drive
The Sandbar Restaurant - 3 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 16 min walk
Ginny's & Jane E's - 3 min drive
The Waterfront Restaurant - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities?
As of 2 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities on 2 January 2027 start from NZ$10,953, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sunkissed&Salty: 5 Star, Prime Location, Amenities located?
This family-friendly Holmes Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Bean Point Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Tuck Wieler
Travel, especially family beach vacations, is our family's passion. We first visited Anna Maria Island eleven years ago at the recommendation of several people from our home town. We had never heard of it - like so many people. Anna Maria 'had us at hello' from our very first day on the island. Was it was the seven miles of sugary soft, white beaches? Was it the crystal-clear and emerald Gulf of Mexico water, or the incredible hospitality of both locals and fellow vacationers? Maybe it was the fact that there are mostly independent, locally owned and operated restaurants and shops - each of them unique, fun and inspiring. No matter what it was that ultimately captured our attention, we set out on the crazy mission of owning a sliver of paradise. We started looking at houses immediately, but like anything worth having, it didn't happen right away. Four years after first visiting Anna Maria, we stumbled upon a property we completely remodeled and re-named Cozy Cabana. A couple years later, we sold it to purchase Cozy Cottage. We loved that cottage at first sight, bought it and started making it our own. In 2019, we sold Cozy Cottage and began searching for a larger home to accommodate our growing family and built Sunkissed and Salty during 2020-2021. Our goal is simple. It is to have Sunkissed and Salty feel like your 'home' away from home and where you want to return to year after year.
Why they chose this property
When we found what would become Sunkissed and Salty, it was in desperate need of a major update, if not a complete teardown. On the bright side, the location being less than 325 ft from the beach, direct views of the Gulf of Mexico, and tons of space(2915 sq ft) in a quiet yet highly desirable area meant we had found a diamond in the rough. On the down-side, a massive amount of planning, demolition and re-construction was set before us. From June 2020 through April 2021, multiple designers, architects, and contractors worked tirelessly to help us make Sunkissed and Salty a completely new, coastal-modern home for all to enjoy. You'll love the spacious layout and highly functional floor-plan. You'll enjoy the expansive pool and spa we designed for maximum fun, and we know everyone will love all the extra amenities we added to Sunkissed & Salty. We are thrilled with the results and know guests like yourself will as well.
What makes this property unique
Anna Maria Island is one of the most unique and beautiful islands in the U.S. AMI boasts beautiful beaches of sugary white sand and clear emerald waters. Once a 'secret' hideaway, USA Today, NY Times, NY Post and Coastal Living have offered rave reviews of AMI over the last few years; and Forbes recently named Anna Maria #3 in their 15 of America's Prettiest Towns. Finally, Anna Maria Island was ranked as the '3rd Best Island in the US'. We don't disagree!
Anna Maria Island is a 7 mile slice of paradise, The cottages and bungalows, locally owned eateries and shops that dot this tropical paradise give that 'Old Florida' feeling of ultimate comfort and relaxation. Our expansive home, Sunkissed and Salty, happens to be one of those homes that mirrors Anna Maria Island's atmosphere - quietly situated and wonderfully appointed yet close to everything you want to enjoy!
Both Tampa(home of the Tampa Rays MLB and Super Bowl Champion Buccaneers NFL) and Sarasota are just a short drive away offering easy international airport access to Anna Maria, and major attractions such as Busch Gardens, Universal Studios, Disney World and Sea World are anywhere from an hour to 2 hours away from Sunkissed and Salty. You have plenty to do all around as you can see, but once you settle into Anna Maria's laid-back living, you're likely to melt right into paradise and leave your cares behind you.