Skip to main content
Entire home

Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.

Photo gallery for Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.

Outdoor dining
Beach
Beach
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Top rated beachfront location
    Enjoy direct access to the beach, a top rated spot for sun and sea lovers.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bradenton Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Porch or veranda
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.

ATTENTION: We rent with 1 week minimum: Saturday to Saturday
Old Florida Feeling: bungalow right on the beach on level - d. H. no trepidation to the beach. Unit 3 with a bedroom, kitchen bathroom is on the garden side (20!Meters to the beach :-) with a beautiful terrace in the garden with a pavilion and fountain. The beach lovers are on a quiet side street - you hear no traffic, only the waves.
If you are looking for vacation away from the hustle and bustle with stunning beach and great evening Sonnenutergängen, you are right on the Gulf of Mexico. And there on Anna Maria Island: Connected to the mainland by two roads.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Terrace/patio
Adorable beachfront rental in a great location with Gulf access right outside
Holmes Beach
  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (59 reviews)
Adorable beachfront rental in a great location with Gulf access right outside

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:30 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2232473
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
View more Holiday homes in Holmes BeachOpens in a new window
Map
Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aluna Wellness Center & Spa - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach.?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Closer to the beach does not work: comfortable apartment at ground level on the beach. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ilexhurst holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Aluna Wellness Center & Spa and AMI Paddleboard Adventures 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.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful quiet location, we loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming, the place was exactly as described, beautiful and clean!! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unit was fresh, new & cozy! We enjoyed cooking on the charcoal grill, relaxing on the quaint front porch & being steps away from Holmes Beach. Perfect getaway location!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

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

Perfect location!

Wonderful apartment with a great location. The only reason for the 4 vs 5 stars is that the water (shower) never got above warm & the king bed was very loud.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

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

Awesome location. Perfect beach access.

We really loved this property nice place to stay with excellent beach and entertainment. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid N.

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

Great little escape

Great property, quiet neighborhood, easy access to the beach. Will come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan D.

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

Great location

Everything was as stated in the description and pictures. This property has 4 units, two face the ocean and two face the street side “garden”. We stayed in unit #3 at the garden side, but it was just a few steps to the beach. We enjoyed the beach at the property but also took trips to Beam Point, as the water was clearer and calmer there. Would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Ilexhurst

Amazing location!!! Right on the beach. Very clean. Very Comfortable bed. Loved it! We will be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Anna Maria beach

Very nice place to stay, located on the beach, description of unit make it sound like the unit is on the beach but it consist of 4 units with unit 1 and 2 front to the beach and unit 3 and 4 face the street. Inside of units Has been updated and looks new. Super nice and I would go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

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

LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN

This place was absolutely amazing!! We had the best time here and can't wait to stay again. The view is breathtaking! The house was equipped with everything we needed from beach towels to chairs. All things you need for the stayed is there.. This was the most peaceful place we have ever stayed. Can't wait to book again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Pure Bliss

The property is exactly as described, steps from the beach, quiet neighborhood...The unit consists of four "apartments", two face the gulf, two face the very quiet courtyard. We were in a courtyard unit, just steps away from the beach. It's so perfect, we had people asking for information regarding the property! The kitchen has plenty of plates, glasses, cookware, very clean! We arrived after the rental company was closed, very easy check in process. We're definitely renting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra A.

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

Beach lovers

This was our first time staying at this property. It was very clean, well stocked kitchen dishes, pots and pans. Very nice bathroom which was well ventilated for steam, nice linens. Perfect location to stores and restaurants. The T.V. Quit working but was quickly repaired in a day. The only negative was the couch- needs to be replaced. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Deana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not gulf view

For the price we paid, we expected a gulf view. It is a nice location, close to the water, but there is no view. The couch was very uncomfortable to sit on to watch tv. We had issues with the microwave touchpad and also the tv. The realty company is very nice and tried to help with issues but not completely solved.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2021
The desciption and the confirmation clearly states that this #3 is on the garden side of the property - sorry to hear you missed this part of the communication. I agree that SmartTV with Cable are sometime challenging to operate.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karine S.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

It was a perfect location right on the beach! The unit was equipped with everything you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Perfect

It was our dream vacation. Property is located at the perfect spot on the beach. We had a wonderful time. We are definitely coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Super Beach House!

We had a such a wonderful time! The beach was perfect, and the house accommodations were perfect! Thanks so much. We are coming back in May!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Salena B.

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

Paradise

We absolutely loved the view from this property! It was so nice to be just steps from the beach! We saw manatees and dolphins swim by almost everyday. We are planning on coming back ASAP
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari L.

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

Perfect Location!!

This condo was incredible!! Great size, had everything we needed and was really clean. The bathroom has gone through a full remodel and is beautiful, but the very best part is the LOCATION. It is right on a quite beach area. We loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pierre l.

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

The place was perfect THE place for a pleasant vacation

Every thing un the place was vert clean we called for assistance and the manager and Aldo the owner both were very Quick to respond to the situation . It was pour first stay with VRBO at Anna-Maria Island and I would warmly recomand to stay at Four Brach Lovers you Will not regret it Thanks agaim
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Hi Pierre Thank you for staining with us. Hope you return save on your long way north. Come back any time
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy E.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Island Vacation Properties

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback