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Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

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A beachside patio with outdoor seating, including chairs and tables, overlooking the ocean.
A turquoise house with a blue door, numbered 102, and a small porch with chairs.
A poolside area with two lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a sunset sky.
A coastal area with beach umbrellas, a large building with a balcony overlooking the beach, and a distant view of the ocean and a bridge.
A poolside area with outdoor seating and a view of the beach.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

King Bedroom 1, TV, Ensuite

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2, TV, Ensuite

1 King Bed

Queen/Twin Bedroom, TV, Ensuite

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

King Bathroom 1, Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

King Bathroom 2, Ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Queen/Twin Bathroom, Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

As of 6 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals on 12 December 2026 start from NZ$6,275, 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.

How much is parking at Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the Sea: Gulf Front, On the Beach! by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Anna Maria Sound and AMI Paddleboard Adventures. Manatee Public Beach and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and cozy home and what a beautiful place to see the sunset every day. We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 4 November 2026
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place !! Views are amazing.. quiet and laid back. Rent gold carts to ride the island , food was really good at all the places we ate, great shipping too
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 October 2025
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage by the Sea

Was just as advertised, great place for a family vacation with children. We realy enjoyed our week and plan on going back there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away.

Great time with family. Great place to enjoy the sun and hang out.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 December 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Jamie. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Fantastic location and just a wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2022
John, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and the location. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the best I have ever rented down in Sarasota or Ana Maria Island. The house was beautiful and very spacious as well as updated.The location itself could not have been better. When the listing says it is on the beach, it is truly on the beach. One step over the small wall and you are on the sand.The people in the area were super friendly and we actually made new friends just from our location.We couldn’t have had a better week on the beach.
This is literally from the back patio.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The literal only downside to this incredible house was the price. Everything else was just about perfect. Having three bedrooms and three bathrooms made traveling with our family of four so much easier since everyone had their own space and we weren’t stepping on each other to get ready. The kitchen and dining / living room areas were spacious and having a nice patio area outside was nice for watching the sunset. The location was truly fantastic - literally one step to the beach as shown in the photos. It was within an easy walk of multiple good restaurants and shops including a Walgreens and a Publix grocery store. It was also a short drive to other great restaurants around Anna Maria Island. Again, other than the exorbitant expense, the house was incredible. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
Hi, Thank you so much for your review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome views at Cottage by the Sea

Beautiful, comfortable property with great ocean/sunset views. Tastefully decorated and complete with almost anything you would need for a beach trip. Each bedroom has its own bathroom and the location was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Cottage by the Sea was everything we could have asked for and more! Breathtaking views of the beach and sunset. We plan on booking again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Jessica, thank you for your past stay at our cozy cottage! Happy to hear you love the island views as much as we do! You were wonderful guests to host and we hope to have the pleasure of having you stay in our slice of paradise for your next beach getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach Bliss

EASY! Perfect location. Right on beach with all the essentials included. House is open concept with private bedrooms and bathrooms. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Cottage by the Sea was everything we could’ve imagined! First time any of us have rented right on the beach and it was amazing. We had everything we needed and if we didn’t the response from AMI was super quick. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary celebration

What a great spot. Ocean front. Located near restaurants and stores. Amazing views. Great property. Great price. Comfy beds. Great bathrooms. 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 October 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed the home, views, and convenient location. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage by the Sea was a WONDERFUL place to share with family on the beach. The ONLY reason it didn’t get all 5’s is bc the front door needed some work to get the keypad to work, but the biggest issue (which they cannot control, but also didn’t disclose), was the big major construction directly across the small street from us where they were constructing a large new home. We will definitely want to go back to Cottage by the Sea once they finish the construction. Can’t wait! Thanks for a great visit to AMI
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 January 2026
Hi, Thank you so much for your review and feedback! Unfortunately, they don't tell us when and what construction will be going on. I apologize for any inconvenience, but we’re thrilled you enjoyed your vacation with us. We look forward to welcoming you back! Sincerely, Your friends at AML Vacation Rentals
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

M

We all had a great time. Beach umbrellas weren’t great but everything else was fantastic!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Ronald. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your feedback about the umbrellas. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just needed a break!

We really enjoyed this home & location. We love AMI, especially finding cute homes right on the beach- this property was spacious, plenty of room for the 4 of us. Large kitchen & open living area for all to enjoy. Very clean too. Tastefully decorated, beautifully landscaped & had lots of stuff for us to use at the beach. We loved the addition of the fire pit- with even just a very small pool, this place would be perfect!! Great property 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls Week!

Girls week for us 51 year olds & the property was fantastic! All 3 bedrooms were quite large & bathrooms as well. The Kitchen/TV/Great Room was very spacious for all of us girls to spread out & we had a blast. The entire property had everything we could need including a great view that is directly on the beach. We’ll definitely stay here again. The Fabulous Fifties
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Jennifer. We are glad you and your friends enjoyed the home, and we look forward to hosting you all again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to enjoy beach life

Located right on the edge of the dunes. Large beach with much fewer people than expected. Very private compared to public beaches that were only about 3 blocks in either direction. Fantastic sunset views. Recommend getting a golf cart. Street legal and we had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2022
Stephen, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

House on the ocean

We had a great time at cottage by the sea. I do wish we knew there was an outside shower on back of house and the attached storage shed that had beach equipment. I read one review that stayed there were beach chairs but we didn't find until 3 days into our stay. The house is centrally located. Great location and hope to come back on the future
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

BEAUTIFUL BEACH!

The cottage is 10 steps from a path leading to one of the most beautiful beaches. . .we rented paddleboards and SUP surfed nearly every morning with the dolphins. . .evenings were spent on the patio, circled around the gas fire pit. . we shopped daily at the local Publix, a 5 minute bike ride away and cooked in the for week. . . . it was perfect for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Moved from original rental

Just a couple days before our stay we were told we had to move as our original rental was not going to be available. They didn’t seem to know why which was disconcerting but they offered another beachfront home. Home was beautiful and much larger so we we’re happy with the switch. Home wasn’t as clean as we prefer but most rentals don’t meet my standards. Had a few maintenance issues but all taken care of promptly. Most importantly we had a great time with our family. Would rent again with this company.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2023
Maureen, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are glad you enjoyed the home and enjoyed your family vacation. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay ever

I’ve never been one to book the same place twice, but now after this place I get why people do it. This location was the best for our family. We had a four year old and walking to the beach was a breeze. We sat outside on the patio for coffee and at sunset. The cottage had everything we would need for our stay. Enough chairs/ towels/ beach toys for 6 adults and 1 child. The place was very clean and had all cooking utensils we needed to cook dinner. The cottage took extra care to provide enough blankets to use for snuggling on the sofa. All towels were provided and clean. We had a vehicle to ride around the island but the convenience to shopping was great. The trolley was about a 5 min walk from the house. We will be back for sure! Thank you cottage by the sea!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us, Amber. We are glad you enjoyed the home and convenient location. You were terrific guests, and we hope to welcome you all back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beach house we rented was directly on the beach and had beautiful views of the surrounding beach and ocean. The home was very well appointed and had all the amenities you would need to enjoy a week of relaxation. However, there was construction going on at the house next door for the entire week we were there. We were woken up by 6:30 a.m. by construction noise as well as the multiple vehicles parked along the street. There were also several times our driveway was blocked at one time. I had to have them move their equipment out of the way so we could get out to go to dinner. There were also multiple times that the sidewalk into the front door was also blocked, which made it difficult to access the beach with a wagon full of Beach equipment. I spoke with one of the construction workers and they told me the work will be going on for the next 4 months. I would recommend caution when renting this home during that time due to the issues that I've pointed out. Other than that the home was a great stay and would recommend it anytime other than construction time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 November 2025
Hi! Thank you for your review and feedback. Unfortunately we don't get any notice as far as when construction will be going on next to the rentals. I apologize for any inconvenience and disruption this caused you while on vacation. The noise level on construction can vary throughout the project and I am sorry to hear that you were there during a phase that was loud. We hope you enjoyed the beach and would love to welcome you back next time you are on the island! Thanks, AML
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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