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Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly

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Private heated pool and spa
Pool
Pool
Pool
Propane fire table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Island Gallery West
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly

Welcome to Buddy's Beach House, a completely remodeled, beachy chic getaway just 2 blocks to the beach. Stroll to the beach with a beverage in one hand and your beach cart in the other. After soaking up the sun all day, walk to one of the many fine restaurants, only a few blocks away. Or hop on the free trolley, which travels the entire length of the island. There is no need to drive anywhere on your vacation, unless you want to.
Buddy's Beach house sleeps 4, featuring two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, plus a luxurious outdoor shower. Each bedroom has a queen size bed with fine linens, super comfy mattresses and huge closets with plenty of storage. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need for mixing up the perfect concoction or just having a quick bite to eat. High speed wireless Internet access, digital cable, and 4 Roku TV's.

No need to bring coolers, umbrellas, beach chairs, beach towels or a beach bag, we supply it all. Pack the cooler, load up the beach cart and you're all set for a day at the beach.
Buddy's Beach House is dog friendly and all one level (no lugging luggage and coolers up and down stairs).
There are two Ring doorbells located on the lanai. I accept personal checks, Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express. For reservations more than 6 months in advance a payment plan is available. 1/3 at booking to hold your dates, 1/3 due 120 days in advance with the balance due 60 days prior to check in. Reservations booked less than 60 days in advance are non-refundable Deposits will be refunded with 60 days notice of cancellation. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.

Anna Maria Island is a family community and the city imposes a strict noise ordinance. Please adhere to our good neighbor policy and observe the local quiet hours between 10 pm and 8 am. No loud music or use of the pool is allowed during these hours along with any other noise which may disturb the neighbors.

VRC# 19-000309

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs are welcome at Buddy's Beach House
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Island Gallery West - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly?

As of 7 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly on 14 June 2026 start from NZ$728, 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 Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buddy’s Beach House Private Heated Pool and Spa- Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Island Gallery West and Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 61 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Really enjoyed our stay

This property is in a good location and was very clean. Beds were very comfortable. Overall, this is a really nice rental at a great price.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the backyard, it was private and felt like an oasis. Great location, close to many things and a trolley stop.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

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

Perfect

This property was perfect for me and my family. We really enjoyed the pool area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Becky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice, clean and the outside area was lovely. The only reason I didn't give it five starts was that the hot tub drains at 8 pm, so you really can't use it after that time. In addition, the pool light was out, so it was very dark in the back yard at night. I will note, I did not ask the owner to fix the light or change the timing of the hot tub drain, so she may have been happy to do so.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse H.

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

Perfect getwaway on AMI

The pool was awesome and it was great walkable distance to awesome beaches. The kitchen had everything we needed too. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Amazing house!

We just spent a week here and had the smoothest vacay ever. The house is really nice and clean and you can tell the owner cares about her house. The pool and jacuzzi were so nice to have all to ourselves. The house is literally a two minute walk to the nearest beach access as we learned parking if limited on the island. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at Buddy's Beach House! The highlight was definitely the gorgeous pool and relaxing hot tub — perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach. Christine’s hospitality was exceptional; she was incredibly welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Plus, her quick responses to any inquiries made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fun, comfortable, and well-cared-for getaway. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V.

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

Amazing Stay!

We had a great time at Buddy's Beach House. The house was spotless and exactly as described. The location was perfect a few blocks from the beach and shopping. There were plenty of chairs, a wagon and umbrella all in get condition. We loved having a private pool and spa. We had great communication with Christine. She kept us up to date on our stay and made sure if we needed anything to just contact her.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Great house and location!

Listing is spot on, location is fantastic with a really short walk to beach access. The access point was a great spot and less crowded than others. Christine is super responsive. The pool and backyard area is awesome! The beds are super comfortable and the house is very clean and stocked with all you need! We loved it here!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edyta K.

Exellent

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stacey G.

The house is awesome!

We loved having the pool and hot tub right out our back door. Even better is that we did not have to share the pool with other guests. It is a private pool and it is set up perfect. The house was perfect for our family! And having all of the things needed to go to the beach was a big plus!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

WE LOVED BUDDY’s BEACH HOUSE

This property was absolutely amazing! It was cute, it was clean + it had everything you could possibly think of. Christine really thought of everything! It was a quick walk to the beach + to The Ugly Grouper which you have to go to, amazing food + atmosphere. All in all it was a great stay + I highly recommend Buddy’s Beach House! Thank you again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley c.

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

Amazing!

We spent a week at Buddy’s Beach House and everything was wonderful. The house has everything you could ask for and the things you didn’t even know you would need. We enjoyed the pool and the hot tub and loved that we were able to bring our fur baby with us. We were able to walk, bike or use our golf cart to explore the island. Christine was super responsive anytime we had questions. It was our first time visiting but certainly won’t be our last.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

Excellent Home Away From Home

My family of four have been coming to the island for years and the accommodations of this home are wonderfully clean and quiet. Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed by a neighbor. There are 2 good size bedrooms, living room, a bright open dining room, small kitchen with all the amenities of home. When you open the French doors to the back yard, there is a lovely pool, jacuzzi and outdoor shower. We also greatly enjoyed the outdoor gas fireplace in the evening. The beach is about a block away and the owner has provided beach chairs, a beach cart, pools noodles and bikes. We enjoyed our stay so much, we have already booked for the following year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Loved it!!

We stayed at Buddy's Beach house for a week Sept. 2016. The place exceeded expectations, not only was it super clean and well decorated, the extras like the hot tub, pool and fire pit put it over the top. The week we were there AMI was having a red tide which somewhat limited our beach time so we were so glad to have such a great relaxing house to spend a lot of our time. We really enjoyed being just steps from the Ugly Grouper restaurant that had a nice outdoor area and good food also. The houses owner, Christine, was easy too reach by phone or email and very accommodating. Can't recommend this place enough but we hope it's not booked the next time we make our way back to the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave g.

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

A hidden gem

Buddy’s beach house is exactly as pictured and described. Location is perfect! Christine is very easy to reach and responds almost immediately. Book with confidence and enjoy your stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

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

Amazing Beach Vacation

This was a great property for my wife and me and our 2 kids (3 and 1). The pool in the backyard was a huge hit. The beach was a quick walk each day. I felt the location was amazing and very central to the island and all it offers. We love AMI and will be returning. Our host was awesome and answered all of our questions and very easy to communicate with. We had an amazing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke K.

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

Amazing Experience!

This was a fantastic location for my wife and I to have our honeymoon. The house was very clean, the neighborhood and house security was very safe and secure, and it was in a great location. Christine was a fantastic host and communicated very well and clear with us about the process. I highly recommend this location for your next vacation stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

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

Beautiful week at the beach

Buddy’s beach house was very comfortable, clean and accessible to the beach. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed using the pool, walking to the beach, and exploring the rest of the island. The house came equipped with everything which was very convenient and we loved that we could bring our pup.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Amazing

We loved our week at Buddy’s Beach House. The pool was so relaxing. It was the best vacation we’ve ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Great Dog Friendly Location

Buddy’s Beach House is a great place to stay. Located an equidistant between the beach and a few close by restaurants it was the best of both worlds. You can park your car and not use it for your entire stay. The house was very clean and nice. Nicely upgraded with superb contact from Christine. We brought our dog along and he had a great time and the fenced in yard meant he was able to lounge around the pool without us having to watch him. Would highly recommend and would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

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

Beautiful!

Such a beautiful place for our honeymoon! It had everything we needed and more!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deana Z.

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

Best Beach Vacation Ever!

Buddy’s Beach House and AMI gave us the authentic Florida small beach town feel. No need to drive anywhere, which was ideal after traveling from several states away. The beach was dreamy and the pool/patio/landscaping made us feel like we had a resort all to ourselves! Beach, float in the pool, ride bikes to get ice cream, stroll to dinner, back to the beach to watch the sun set, soak in the spa… and repeat! Our dog, who is normally nervous in new environments, felt at home. This is the perfect place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Perfection

Buddy’s beach house is the perfect house to stay for a small family. We just love the love the home and the outdoor pool. Everything you need is provided. This home does offer a washer and dryer as well. I didn’t remember that from our last stay and noticed some mentioned not having it, but it is there! Beach chairs, towels, umbrella and beach cart provided and Holmes beach is a short walk from the house. We also like being able to walk to the Ugly Grouper for a bite and some games. Buddy’s beach house has helped us create wonderful memories for our family from Chicago. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Enjoyed the stay

Very clean and great location, enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Christine Dugan

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Buddy's Beach House is named after Buddy, my Old English Sheepdog. He crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2012 after blessing my life with 14 1/2 years of pure joy. Buddy's Beach House was created to keep his memory alive and give families the opportunity to bring their four legged family members on vacation.

Why they chose this property

Buddy's Beach House is the perfect house for a relaxing beach getaway. The resort like backyard has a brand new 16x26 heated pool and spa, a 1200 sq ft paver patio and new french doors off the master bedroom that lead to a private, luxurious outdoor shower with a rainfall shower head.

What makes this property unique

The house is located a few blocks from the only dog park on the island. There is a separate fenced in area for large and small dogs, fresh water and waste disposal amenities.

There is also a free trolley that runs the entire length of the island. Daily service on the trolley runs from 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. every 20 minutes from the Anna Maria City Pier on the north to Coquina Beach (in the city of Bradenton Beach) on the south.

Trolley Stops are two to four blocks apart along the route and there are three main stops: Anna Maria City Pier, Manatee Public Beach, and Coquina Beach where the trolley will wait approximately three minutes before continuing the route.

In the city of Holmes Beach the Trolley runs north on Marina Drive and South on Gulf Drive. All Anna Maria Island Trolley stops have a green sign with a trolley on it and most of them have a covered seating area while you wait. Trolleys offer both air conditioned and open-air seating.

Important information:
To view the map and schedule of the Manatee Trolley on Anna Maria Island go to

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