Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island
If paradise exists, it could be on Anna Maria Island, on the Gulf of Mexico. The beach house is only 3 minutes or 250 steps from the beach where the sand feels like walking on silk. A new pool has been added (March 2025), in the backyard, facing the mangrove. The house with 2 double bedrooms (King and Queen) and 2 full bathrooms with toilets, has been completely renovated and has very high-end services. The living room, open to the dining room, has a two-person sofa/bed/(Queen size). The kitchen with granite countertops, is fully equipped with utensils, dining ware, pots, pans, cooking tools coffee maker, air fryer, toaster, etc... The beach house is quietly located by the mangrove, so your stay will provide you with rest and tranquility. The central air conditioning offers comfort during the summer period. The water in the house is treated by a purification unit and a reverse osmosis system makes it possible to obtain drinking water free of all unwanted elements through a special tap in the kitchen. The rooms overlook the mangrove, surrounded by greenery. They are equipped with “Caribbean Shutters” or interior shutters to reduce the intensity of exterior light as much as possible and keep the bedrooms dark for those who like to sleep in. Plus, it adds a certain "Key West" charm. The master bedroom has a large walk-in closet. The guest bedroom has a closet organizer with double mirrored sliding doors. The living room and bedrooms have internet television (FireTV). The living room opens onto a terrace/balcony or "patio" from which you can enjoy, in a rocking chair, a cocktail as the sun sets or stay at the beach and admire it with those who, every evening, witness this magnificent spectacle. On the ground floor, a large garage allows you to park two cars one behind the other. Through the garage, you can access the laundry room (washing machine and dryer) and the game room. If, by chance, the weather does not permit lounging on the sand or swimming in the water at 29°C/84°F (between May and October), then a foosball, a children's activity table and a pinball machine (professional) taken from the Star Wars series called the Mandalorian, will entertain you. You can also use the “beach wagon” to transport your beach chairs, parasol and beach bags effortlessly. On your return, an outdoor shower, under the stairs, well protected, will allow you to get rid of the sand. A quatuor of bicycles is available for guests who desire to scout the island with a breeze in their hair. To facilitate access for those who have difficulty climbing stairs, the house has a wheelchair lift. People with reduced mobility are welcome.
Located on Anna Maria Island, south of Tampa Bay in the Sarasota/Bradenton area, the beach house is part of what Florida still has to offer in terms of a quaint, family-friendly beach resort. A small, free trolley, allows you to explore the villages on the island which have many restaurants, bars, and ice cream parlors. The house is 300 yards from all shops including a Publix supermarket. It is strategically and conveniently located. In 25 minutes by car, you can visit the Ringling Museum in Sarasota, free on Mondays. Also, the theater, the opera, and the Sarasota Orchestra present superb shows throughout the year. Road access is simple: from Tampa or Miami, Highway 75 and 275 pass through Bradenton, and Route 64 West or Cortez Avenue West, both lead to Anna Maria Island. By air, the closest airport (25') is Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ). The one in Tampa is 60' away. For fans of big game fishing or joyful sea trips or jet ski outings, many boat/jet ski rental companies offer their services in the surrounding area. Excursions are available as well as parasailing. Anna Maria Island can be enjoyed in all seasons. The "high season" is from December to April. Many vacationers spend their winter there far from the snow and the cold, which is why the friendly atmosphere and the spirit of the small fishing village attract tourists. The Beach House will allow you to spend an excellent vacation, in a region very sought after for its wild animals (Manatees, turtles, storks, cranes, pelicans, dolphins) and where the mild climate gives it a taste of paradise. (Owners' note: we’re sorry to insist on: positively no pets, no dogs, no cats, no birds, no pets with fur, hair or feathers due to hyperallergic cases in the family. Thank you.)
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Holmes Beach
Located near 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 Coquina Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 18 min walk
The Ugly Grouper - 4 min drive
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Wicked Cantina - 3 min drive
Smoqehouse - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beach House & pool 250 steps from the white and silky sand of Anna Maria Island located?
This family-friendly Holmes Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Manatee Public Beach and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fantastic stay! House was great, kids loved the pool and games. The short walk to the beach was perfect, and host was excellent.
Thomas G.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2026
Thank you Thomas for booking Villa Marie with your lovely family ! You are the example of perfect guests, joyful and appreciative of the hosts’ hospitality and hard work. We’ll be here for you if you decide to come back !
Everything was great! The house was clean and the neighborhood was quiet. The pool was clean and warm. We would definitely stay here again.
Courtney T.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
Thank you, Courtney, for your comments. We are delighted to see that your lovely family loved the beach house, the pool, and the beach! You're welcome to come back whenever you want.
Very convenient, well maintained house just steps from the beach! We loved using the pool as well.
Jessica F.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Thank you and your lovely family for selecting our beach house. We’re glad you enjoyed it and the excellent weather. The house was on perfect condition and that’s really exceptional.
Location was great, pool was nice, but not our favorite stay. House wasn’t very comfortable, towels were 30 years old. Definitely an odd check-in process. Hosts were nice, but we wouldn’t go back here.
Katie M.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2026
Hi Katie,
It is our in person check in process that give that warm approach to what we are doing for our guests. Giving a tour of the property allows a better understanding of how things work. The towels have been set up for the first season in 2024.
We welcome comments that help us improve our service. We favor smiles and warmth and love human interactions, maybe some prefer lockboxes and less interactions, but here in Florida our hearts are filled with sun and respect for others,(leaving empty soda cans around the pool was not too cool and fruit loops all over the floor …) so we wish you our very best.
The host was very welcoming and helpful. We even communicated before our trip to help us plan. The house was really nice and very comfortable for 2 couples. Beds were great. We cooked a dinner and had all of our breakfasts and lunches there. The kitchen was well supplied. We also enjoyed the pinball machine and hanging out around the pool. The bird life around the house was great too. Finally, it was very quick and easy to walk to the beach--it really is only 3 minutes. Oh, and we used the free island trolley a number of times to get up to the north end of the island for restaurants
Kim W.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 February 2026
Thank you, Kim, it was a pleasure to have you at the beach house. We would love to see you again if your plans bring you to Anna Maria Island again.
Great house, great location, house clean and well equipped.
Damian K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you Damian,
It was a pleasure to have you and your beautiful family as guests at the beach house. We look forward to welcoming you again next year.
Very well maintained, clean & well stocked property, the house has a complete water filtration system which doesn't seem like a big deal but it was so nice. Quick walk to the beach and short drive to shops/resturants on the rest of the island. Enjoyed our stay very much.
We had a great time, the house was very clean and the hosts were very helpful at check in. It is in a quiet location and had all the amenities that we needed. The washer and dryer were a big plus. It is also a shorter walk to the beach.
Holly H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 February 2025
Dear Holly,
It was a pleasure to welcome you and your lovely family to the reopening of the beach house. The storms last Fall and the cold front in January are behind us. Thank you for your choice, we will be delighted to see you again whenever you wish. Warm regards.
This was placed in the best neighborhood close to the beach and stores. We had fun riding bikes around the island and discovering new places from the south to the north. The beds were comfortable and the place was clean and perfect for our quick getaway.
Kris C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 March 2025
Hi Kris,
It was a pleasure having you and your friends as guests, and we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed yourselves.
You are welcome to come back when your next Florida vacation plans materialize. Thank you for your kindness and nice review. Warm regards,
Gil and Valerie
Neat, clean delightful place to stay!!!
Would return 😎
Allan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2024
Hello Bob,
It was a great pleasure to have you andyour family as guests. We were very impressed with the long voyage you undertook to come to our shores. You are welcome to come back when it pleases you.
Warm regards
Val & Gil
Perfect location, close to beach, stores and restaurants. Owners were welcoming and responded promptly to any questions we had. The house was perfect for four people! We enjoyed our stay!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2024
Good morning Jennifer,
We are so delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay on Anna Maria Island. The beach house will welcome you whenever you wish to come back, it was a pleasure to have you.
Warm regards,
Pat & Valerie
Our family stayed over Easter weekend. Everything here is easy. Easy to beach easy to eat easy to grocery shop. Property is so conviently located that you dont really need to drive when you get here. Property had everything we needed. Gil and Valerie are great to work with. Hope to be back.
Valerie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Thank you Valerie,
It was nice to have you at the beach house, your lovely kids enjoyed themselves in the pool and at the beach! A long weekend immersed in the "Island Life"! We'll gladly welcome you again.
G V
We loved the house. It was clean and included everything we needed for the beach. Everything was updated and the owners were friendly and welcoming. The location was perfect for what we needed.
Jan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2024
Thank you Jan, it was a pleasure to have you and your beautiful family. You are welcome anytime and it will be even better next season!
Warm regards.
Very friendly, met us at check in and showed us around the property and was very helpful! We had a great experience!
Shiann W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Hello Shiann,
So glad your vacation went well, it was a pleasure to have you as guests at the beach house, and you left everything in a pristine condition, we thank you very much and please do not hesitate to come back, you're very welcome!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us. Our family greatly enjoyed our stay. The bikes were wonderful to use to get around.
Tara B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2024
Hello Tara,
Thank you for choosing our beach house where your lovely family had a very good time. We wish you all our best and who knows if you want to come back, it will be a great pleasure to see you again.
Gil
Great little house in great location. 4 min walk to the beach. House has everything you need. Bikes and wagon were great to have.
Rick L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2024
Hi Rick,
Thank you very much, we appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you again soon; there might be a pool the next time you visit !
Warm regards
Gil & Val
The house is very close to the beach, making it perfect for a relaxing vacation. It’s a beautiful and immaculate home, equipped with everything you need to feel at home. The owners are very helpful and attentive, always ready to assist. The area is very nice and quiet, with restaurants and shops within walking distance. We would definitely repeat the experience.
Literally just steps to the beach. A park, restaurants, and shopping within walking distance. The game room in our unit was a big hit!
Beth B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2024
Hello Beth,
It was a pleasure to have you as guests in the beach house. Your lovely family had fun with the Mandalorian, that's a great plus, and having everything at your fingertips is of course super practical. You are welcome to stop by again, we'll be delighted to welcome you.
Val & Gil
The house was wonderful, with everithing we need it! The game room is awesome. The beach is only a few steeps from the house. The beach is clear, clean, family environment. The Anna María pier and city is so beautiful. Definitly the best vacation house in Anna María.
Maria S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Good morning Maria,
We’re so happy to read your comments ! We took good care of your family and we are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay. Please come back when you want, you’ll always be welcome. Thank you so much for choosing this beach house, quiet and so close to the shore.
Best of luck to you and your family.
Gil
We so enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean and just lovely. Gill and his wife were so nice. We really enjoyed talking to them. They made sure that we had everything we needed. The location was perfect. It was great being so close to the beach. Also, it was so handy being close to the trolley stop. We hope to come back and very much appreciate the hospitality they showed to us.
Sherrill O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
Good morning Sherrill,
We are so pleased to have met you and we're pleased you chose this beach house to celebrate your lovely wife's birthday! You are, of course, welcome to come back for your future vacations. We'll be there to welcome you and, as announced, you will find a brand new pool there by early 2025.
Warm regards,
G&V
The owner was very accommodating and showed us around the property. Location was great as it is super easy to get from one side of the island to the other. Grocery, Liquor, and Walgreens were very close and a hop, skip, & jump away from the beach. Provided us with wagon, chairs, and bikes to help us be prepared for island vacation living! Would recommend and return!
Melinde M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Hi Melinde,
We are so happy you enjoyed your vacation and the beach house on Anna Maria Island. You're welcome to come back whenever you want!
Warm regards
Val & Gil
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