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Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
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Holmes Beach, FL
- Place, Bradenton Beach1 min walk
- Place, Anna Maria Sound3 min walk
- Place, Manatee Public Beach16 min walk
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA
Steps from beach access! Welcome to `Strawberry Sunset` at the Gulf Drive Inn - Where Sunsets are Sweeter! a spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom suite with a trundle, full kitchen and living area. This duplex style bungalow has resort-like amenities with a shared backyard space including a heated saltwater pool, spa and gas grill.
Whether you`re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply in need of an extended beachside stay, The Gulf Drive Inn has it all! Inquire for shorter stays
⭐️Super host Property + Verified for Cleanliness + Communication⭐
The space
📍 3014 Gulf Drive Unit A - `Strawberry Sunset ` at the Gulf Drive Inn.
This duplex style resort property with a private entrance comes with one parking space with easy access to everything.
✦ Located minutes from the beach and across the street from the Grassy Point Preserve, an ecological park with a nature trail and boardwalk perfect for morning walks.
✦ The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need – Featuring stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and all the essential cookware and utensils.
✦ Resort-Style Amenities - Guests have access to a heated, shared pool, complete with a poolside grill and comfortable patio furniture – a great way to cool off or gather for a laid-back meal.
✦ Close to the free trolley stop which is only one block away running north and south on AMI, shops and restaurants
`Strawberry Sunset ` is one of four resort suites at The Gulf Drive Inn. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties!
Entry codes will be provided the day of arrival once property is ready.
Rental agreement to be signed before check in.
For your convenience, the home includes a beach wagon with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—everything ready for a relaxing stay!
Please note a starter set of toiletries and supplies are left for your arrival. The complimentary starter set includes:
Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, small hand soap, one paper towel roll, two garbage bags, small dish soap and two pods for the dishwasher. With a Publix grocery store located nearby for anything else desired.
Pools are heated October - April at no additional costs. Full disclosure if temperate drop below 60 heaters do not work at full capacity fighting the ambient temp. Below 60 the heaters do not come on until temperatures rise
Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am
No parties
No smoking
Whether you`re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply in need of an extended beachside stay, The Gulf Drive Inn has it all! Inquire for shorter stays
⭐️Super host Property + Verified for Cleanliness + Communication⭐
The space
📍 3014 Gulf Drive Unit A - `Strawberry Sunset ` at the Gulf Drive Inn.
This duplex style resort property with a private entrance comes with one parking space with easy access to everything.
✦ Located minutes from the beach and across the street from the Grassy Point Preserve, an ecological park with a nature trail and boardwalk perfect for morning walks.
✦ The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need – Featuring stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and all the essential cookware and utensils.
✦ Resort-Style Amenities - Guests have access to a heated, shared pool, complete with a poolside grill and comfortable patio furniture – a great way to cool off or gather for a laid-back meal.
✦ Close to the free trolley stop which is only one block away running north and south on AMI, shops and restaurants
`Strawberry Sunset ` is one of four resort suites at The Gulf Drive Inn. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties!
Entry codes will be provided the day of arrival once property is ready.
Rental agreement to be signed before check in.
For your convenience, the home includes a beach wagon with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—everything ready for a relaxing stay!
Please note a starter set of toiletries and supplies are left for your arrival. The complimentary starter set includes:
Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, small hand soap, one paper towel roll, two garbage bags, small dish soap and two pods for the dishwasher. With a Publix grocery store located nearby for anything else desired.
Pools are heated October - April at no additional costs. Full disclosure if temperate drop below 60 heaters do not work at full capacity fighting the ambient temp. Below 60 the heaters do not come on until temperatures rise
Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am
No parties
No smoking
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood 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 Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Anna Maria Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Manatee Public Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
- Holmes Beach Beaches - 6 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Ugly Grouper - 4 min drive
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 15 min walk
- Wicked Cantina - 3 min drive
- Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Smoqehouse - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
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28 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jill B.
6 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jill B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Lee M.
3 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lee M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
MARY N.
15 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish I could stay longer
MARY N.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Becky K.
6 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Becky K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Deb S.
14 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Deb S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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