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Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool

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Exterior
Pool
Beach
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool

VRC16-000492

2BR · 2BA · Sleeps 6 · Direct Gulf Front · Adjacent to Manatee Public Beach · Elevator · Heated Pool · Bunk Beds + Queen Guest Room · Beach Gear Storage · Stack Washer/Dryer · Undercover Parking · Open Porch

Gulfsands Condo #201 sits directly adjacent to Manatee Public Beach — the lifeguard-protected stretch of Holmes Beach with facilities, activities for kids, and wide Gulf sand. Walk out the door and you're already there. No separate beach access to find, no distance to calculate.

The building has an elevator — no stairs required for arrivals, departures, or grocery runs. The large heated pool has an equally large covered area alongside it, giving guests the option to sit in shade without leaving the pool deck. The open porch faces the Gulf — the right spot for evening sunsets over the water.

The unit sleeps six across two bedrooms. The master has a king bed. The guest bedroom has bunk beds plus a queen bed — a configuration that works exceptionally well for families with kids who want their own space. A storage room on the ground level holds beach chairs, umbrella, toys, and a wagon — grab everything on the way to the sand and leave it when you come back.

The kitchen is fully equipped for a week of meals at home. Stack washer and dryer in the unit. Smart TVs in the living room and both bedrooms. High-speed WiFi throughout. Undercover parking for two cars included.

Gulfsands #201 requires a one-week minimum stay with parking for two vehicles. Not pet-friendly.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Beach view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this condo is near theme parks and on the beach. 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 Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smoqehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool on 4 July 2026 start from NZ$553, 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 Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach condo building is just steps away from Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. West Coast Surf Shop and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 5 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. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the beach from the patio was much better in person than how it looked in the booking site. Had trouble figuring out the TV when we arrived but the property manager was awesome to work with and responded promptly. Unit was clean, no bug issues at all and the beds were very comfortable. The pool was wonderful and warm! The road noise was a little louder than expected but the condo location was perfect for going to the beach, trolley and stores.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena P.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had a great family vacation with our 3 kids, ages 11, 10, and 7. The condo had everything we needed including chairs and toys for the beach. The location was perfect with being just steps to the beach and trolly as well as a large warm pool. We would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Fantastic condo!

This is one of the best condos we have ever stayed at. Literally everything we needed was there (that we couldnt bring due to flying), kitchen was very well stocked. Location to beach and stores was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Great beach stay!

This is a wonderful, convenient vacation spot! We had an issue with a tv and password for WiFi but it was quickly fixed or explained! We felt it was clean and well taken care of! We plan to stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nan F.

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

gulf sands

not very clean or maintained properly to put it short
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jerry S.

A great vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: excellent
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

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

Amazing

Absolutely lovely condo, location and host. Would highly recommend. We plan to visit again. Thank you Dennis and Susann for opening your home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

cynthia m.

Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great experience as always.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen S.

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

LOCATION CLEAN

This unit is clean,well stocked, in a fantastic location! Just steps from the beach. This unit has a shaded parking space. The property is very clean pool great .The trolley picks up right next door every 20 minutes,. Would love to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bruce W.

Vacation stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental unit is very clean and spacious. Direct access to the beach was very convenient, restaurants and stores are very close also. Will strongly consider staying again next year.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

karen s.

Love this place!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family has rented this unit in many times over the years. It is always spotless everything is in pristine condition love its location right next to Manatee Beach fabulous sized pool just a perfect place that I plan on continuing to come too
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alex P.

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

Beachfront

I found the proximity to the beach and stores to be very convenient. The one down side was the noise from the street and beach parking lot. The cars and constant buses make a lot of noise beginning at 7:00am. Otherwise, it was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

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

Nice beachfront condo

We really enjoyed staying here. The place was immaculate when we came in - by far one of the cleanest places we’ve stayed in. It’s very well stocked with kitchen items, towels and all the beach things you could need. Two parking places were included so we could park a golf cart, too. The pool and grounds were clean and well-kept- pool is heated but not overly hot. We didn’t mind being next to Manatee Beach or the road. You do hear some noise occasionally from the road, but it didn’t bother us. Communication from the rental office was excellent. Great location - right on the beach, and it’s nice to be We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Great condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented Gulf Sands 201 8/3-8/10. This was our first vacation in Anna Maria Island. The condo was spotless.! My husband and I were very impressed with how well equipped the unit was. We enjoyed our stay very much 😃 I had trouble opening the storage shed to access beach chairs etc. but management responded immediately and problem was solved. Great condo and great rental agency !!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelly D.

Location, Location, Location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We would love to stay here again - right on the beach and close to everything. We would beach it during the day and then enjoy the large pool late afternoon. Landscaping was beautiful and well maintained. Convenient storage area with everything you would need for the beach provided. There are things that could be updated; a keypad for entry instead of a set of keys etc., but all in all, great place.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Great condo

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was great. It was stocked with everything you need, and I was impressed with the quality of pots/pans/utensils. The location was great. It is a very short walk to the beach. We never even used the beach wagon and we’re easily able to walk with the provided beach chairs. The condo is next to the public beach, but that was not an issue for us. You can easily walk to the cafe or to the trolley stop.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

Best week all year.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our rental was the perfect set up/location. Honestly better than we expected. Super cleaning,comfy and well stocked. Both steps from the beach and positioned for relaxation. We had plenty of room and truly felt at home. The extra storage room was packed with anything you would need for a day at the beach. We found movies, books, puzzles and games in the room as well. We Will Be Back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

May Getaway

We have stayed at this property before; but not in this unit. It was so much nicer than the previous one we rented!It was very clean and the kitchen and bathrooms were all nicely updated. There were so many little extras that made our stay especially nice: starters on dishwasher tablets and dishwashing detergent, paper towels and toilet paper; as well as spices, oils, and cooking supplies. The kitchen was WELL stocked. There were also an abundance of fresh beach towels and bath towels. The location couldn’t better: directly on the beach with private beach access, Publix within a few blocks, and the local gym less than a 5 minute drive (they have weekly memberships, FYI!). If you like firm mattresses, this is your place! Lots of blankets and pillows made the stay very comfortable.Large TVs in the living room and bedrooms. TONS of books to read in the mini-library. The patio furniture is in great condition and the balcony offers a full beach view. We watched the dolphins play for about 20 minutes the morning we left :) There is also a small storage area of beach supplies- chairs, umbrella, wagon, etc. I will say the beach chairs needed a little attention- we ended buying some camp chairs from Ace Hardware (also a close drive) and donated them to the storage area, as the ones there had mildew and rust on them. But other than that- excellent stay! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa A D.

It’s Got it All!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location, location, location! Couldn’t ask for anything more. Great spot on the beach, nice pool, and steps from the free trolley. Unit is nicely decorated and furnished. Kitchen has plenty of dishes and cookware. Storage unit has everything you could possibly need for the beach. Had the pleasure of meeting several owners of others units during our stay. What a nice place to stay!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Perfect!!!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented many vacation condo’s/homes for for several years. Gulf Sands 201 was the cleanest and most organized home we have ever rented. Unit and Beach amenities were plentiful. Location had quick and easy access to beach and close to many stores and restaurants. Only recommendation would be to have TV in guest room set up for cable.Will be looking to return again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

Gulf Sands 201

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Always great to stay in this condo. Great location, always clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brooke L.

Wonderful

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful Rental. Most important thing to me is cleanliness and this was a 5/5. Also everything you need. Beach towels, beach cart, beach chairs. Detergent, paper towels, etc. Very well stocked and would 100% stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

Relaxing get-away!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Just what the Alaska doctor ordered.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Randy W.

Great stay as always

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Been staying here for years at this location. It never disappoints and is our go-to vacation location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

cynthia m.

my week gettaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Awesome

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