Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach
Welcome to Kokomo! On Anna Maria Island (Holmes Beach, Florida)
The Space Discover Kokomo, where comfort meets calm in a thoughtfully updated beach cottage just a short walk from the Gulf of Mexico. Designed for rest and reconnection, this home features a private heated pool, lush tropical landscaping, and a breezy open layout that invites you to slow down and savor island life. Nestled in the heart of Holmes Beach, Kokomo blends easy coastal living with modern touches and timeless island charm. The home's single-level design and airy layout make it accessible and welcoming from the moment you arrive.
Perfect for: Couples • Small families • Friends seeking peaceful island balance
Highlights - Ground-level home just a 2-minute walk to the beach - Private heated saltwater pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping - Two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms - Flexible sleeping arrangements for up to six guests - Outdoor grill, hammock, and multiple lounge areas - Washer & dryer in unit - Beach gear credit included
Interior - Living Room: Comfortable seating, Smart TV for streaming or cable, and direct access to the pool patio. - Dining Area: Table seating for 4, ideal for meals or family game nights.
Kitchen & Dining A fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances and everything you need for easy in-home meals:
An outdoor table with seating for 4 adds a special touch, and the nearby indoor dining area makes gathering simple and relaxed—whether it's breakfast before the beach or dinner after sunset.
Bedrooms: - Primary Suite: King bed, Smart TV, closet space, and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower. - Second Bedroom: Two twin beds, Smart TV, clothing storage. - Living Area: Double sofa bed for additional guests. - Bathrooms: Two bathrooms featuring updated finishes, ample counter space, and fresh linens provided through our Professional Linen Program. One walk-in shower, one tub/shower combo.
Layout Overview - Ground-level home with open-concept kitchen, living, and dining areas - Two bedrooms and two full bathrooms - Direct pool access from living space - Private fenced backyard
Outdoor Living Your private tropical oasis awaits just beyond the living room doors. Enjoy the heated saltwater pool surrounded by vibrant palms, sun loungers, and a shaded patio for relaxing afternoons or casual dinners under the stars. Fire up the gas grill, nap in the hammock, or settle into Adirondack chairs in the seating area. And when you're ready for the beach, you're just a 2-minute walk to the soft white sands and turquoise Gulf waters.
Additional Amenities - High-speed WiFi - Cable TV - Central A/C & Heat - Linens, towels, and starter supplies included - Washer & dryer in unit - Beach gear rental credit for chairs, umbrellas, carts, and bikes
Parking - Driveway parking for 2 vehicles.
At Kokomo, mornings start with sunlight filtering through palms and the hum of the Gulf nearby. Afternoons drift between the pool and the sand, and evenings unfold under the glow of string lights and laughter. Here, life slows down—just enough for you to find your rhythm again.
Policies
Please Remember: "You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
NO SMOKING. NO PETS.
Booking & Fee Policy Include all guests and pets in your reservation request for accurate pricing. Additional fees apply for extra occupancy (over 2 guests per bedroom) or undeclared pets.
Optional Services (subject to approval) Early check-in/late departure, elevator access, and mid-stay cleaning for stays of 28+ days. Fees for approved add-ons are collected after booking.
Reservations & Guest Requirements Most stays are 7 nights, Saturday–Saturday, though flexible dates may be available outside peak/holiday weeks—confirm before booking, as changes are not always possible afterward. Guests must be 25+, provide valid ID, and remain for the full stay. Standard occupancy is 2 per bedroom; extra guests are $25/person/night up to the maximum allowed.
Quiet Hours 10 PM–8 AM. Maintain reasonable noise at all times to respect neighbors; excessive noise is not permitted.
Cleaning & Linens Home is professionally cleaned and sanitized between stays. Starter amenities provided; daily service available for a fee. Stays of 28+ days require a mid-stay clean. Linens/towels are commercially laundered through our Professional Linen Program; no extra sets stored onsite.
Golf Cart Rentals Explore the island with ease! After booking, reserve a golf cart through our sister company, Once Upon A Beach Carts, and enjoy an exclusive discount available only to our vacation rental guests.
Pool Pool heated year-round to 82–85°F; heating may be affected by cooler weather. Heaters/filters off during quiet hours (10 PM–8 AM). Guests may not adjust equipment; violations may result in fines or damages.
Property Security Exterior cameras may monitor entries, driveways, pool equipment, and backyard access for security, deliveries, and occupancy compliance. Cameras do not face private areas.
Payments & Cancellation Policy Policies updated October 6, 2025 — see full Terms & Conditions for details.
Payment Schedule Deposit - Reservations up to 20 days: 50% of total amount due at time of booking. Remaining Balance - Reservations up to 20 days: Remaining 50% due 30 days prior to check-in.
Cancellation Policy For Reservations of 20 Days or Less - More than 30 days before arrival: Full refund of deposit (including taxes) minus non-refundable booking administration fee. - 14–29 days before arrival: Refund of 50% of total rental, fees, and taxes, minus non-refundable booking administration fee. - Less than 14 days before arrival: Refunds only for base rental rate, fees, and taxes for nights we are able to rebook, minus non-refundable booking administration fee. - Please note: While we make every effort to rebook, we cannot guarantee the same rate or number of nights. For any nights that cannot be re-rented, as well as for non-arrivals, late arrivals, early departures, or alterations resulting in lost revenue, no refunds or price adjustments will be made.
Travel Insurance CSA Travel Insurance is available to U.S. guests (except NY and HI residents) and is strongly encouraged to protect your trip from unforeseen events. No refunds are given for COVID-19, weather, or beach conditions outside our cancellation policy. Hurricane season runs June 1–Nov 30; insurance can safeguard your plans. In the event of a mandatory evacuation, home unavailability, or government order halting vacation rentals, guests receive a full refund of base rate, applicable fees (minus booking fee), and taxes.
Additional Terms No refunds for events beyond our control (weather, red tide, travel issues, etc.). Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing by the registered guest—phone/text not accepted.
City of Holmes Beach Vacation Rental License: VRC24-000007 Max Occupancy: 6 Guests | Max Vehicles: 2 Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed; subject to change or withdrawal without notice.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
VayKLife Beach Gear: Please ensure that all rented items from VayKLife are returned to their original delivery location outdoors. Do not pull items inside.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
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Property # 4628235vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Bradenton Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting.
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Island Gallery West - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 6 min drive
The Sandbar Restaurant - 17 min walk
The Ugly Grouper - 3 min drive
The Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
Ginny's & Jane E's - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach?
As of 26 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach on 23 October 2026 start from NZ$7,064, 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 Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kokomo – Cozy Coastal Cottage w/ Pool, Outdoor Living, And Just Steps To Beach located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Bradenton Beach, Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Island Players 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.
Clean, convenient location. Super cute and very close to the beach! Loved it!
Christine D.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you loved the home, the location, and those easy beach days. There’s nothing better than being just a short stroll from the sand while having a cozy place to come back to and relax. We truly appreciate you staying with Once Upon A Beach and hope to host you again on Anna Maria Island soon! 🌴☀️
We loved it. Only issues were the thermosta was complicated and the pool needed cleaned.
Bob W.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 February 2026
Thank you so much - we’re really glad to hear you loved your stay!
We appreciate the feedback on the thermostat and pool. The system can take a little getting used to, and we’re always happy to walk guests through it if needed.
During your visit, we experienced some truly unprecedented cold temperatures along with strong wind and rain. Our pool technicians were working island-wide monitoring heaters that were having a hard time keeping up in those conditions and doing their best to maintain and clean pools while the winds were still present.
We’re grateful for your understanding and for sharing this with us - and we hope to welcome you back again for a future stay with a little more sunshine and perfect pool weather!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annie S.
28 June 2026
Stunning Beach House!
The Once Upon a Beach team are attentive and responsive and ensure their top priority is to give guests an unforgettable vacation. This is our 2nd time staying in a Once Upon a Beach home. The were communicative during our check in process knowing we arrived early to the island and were able to accommodate an early check in for us. Which we greatly appreciated! Kokomo was a 4 min walk to the beach and a bike rides distance from both amazing ends of the island. Bridge Street and Pine Ave. The home is just perfectly decorated, was clean and had quality amenities. The beds and pillows were so comfy and soft too. Our family of 4 enjoyed the pool after a hot beach day and we just can't say enough good things about this home and the team and close location to the beach! Highly recommend!
Prime location! Easy walk to the beach and quick ride to Pine. The house was very clean and we will be back!!
Crystal Q.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the prime location, with easy access to both the beach and Pine Avenue.
It's wonderful to know the home met your expectations and that you found everything clean and comfortable for your stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear you'll be back!
We look forward to welcoming you again for another Anna Maria Island getaway.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
ilana b.
20 June 2026
Cutest Cottage !
We loved our 3-week stay on Anna Maria Island. Kokomo was a wonderful home base for exploring everything the island has to offer. The location was fantastic — just a short walk to the beach and an easy bike ride to the shops and restaurants on Pine Avenue. A special shout-out to North Shore Café for the best coffee and all-around great vibe. The bungalow was spotless when we arrived, and the adjustable beds were a fun surprise and very comfortable. The pool was always the perfect temperature, and we loved being able to cool off in the privacy of our own little backyard oasis. We also made great use of the front-yard BBQ and hammock, which added to the relaxed island feel. One tip for future guests: stop at Detwiler's in Bradenton on your way to the island. It may be the best grocery store we've ever visited, and it made stocking up for our stay easy and enjoyable. The team at Once Upon A Beach was excellent to deal with throughout our stay. They were easy to reach, responsive, and went out of their way to help me track down a package that had been delivered. We also highly recommend renting bikes. The rental credit included with the property covered the cost, and biking around the island ended up being one of our favourite parts of the trip. One thing to note is that the cottage is quite compact. It was perfect for the two of us, but our college-aged sons had originally planned to join us and we realized it would have felt a bit tight for four adults for an extended stay. Overall, Kokomo was a charming, comfortable, and well-located place to stay, and we would happily return.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that Kokomo served as such a wonderful home base for your three-week island getaway.
It sounds like you truly embraced the Anna Maria Island lifestyle, from relaxing by the pool and enjoying the hammock to exploring the island by bike and discovering local favorites like North Shore Café. We're especially happy to hear that the adjustable beds, private outdoor spaces, and included bike rental credit helped make your stay even more enjoyable.
Thank you as well for your kind words about our team. It was our pleasure to assist during your stay, and we're glad we could help track down your package.
Thank you again for choosing Once Upon A Beach. We'd love to welcome you back to Kokomo the next time you're ready for an island escape!
ilana b.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
16 June 2026
Charming little cottage!
A perfect little cottage just a block from the beach! It was super clean, nicely decorated, and had everything we needed, including beach chairs and umbrellas and a wagon to pull it all. The kitchen had every thing we needed for cooking meals. The little pool is big enough for adults to cool off in, and for the kids to play in.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted to hear the cottage was the perfect fit for your beach getaway. It's great to know you enjoyed the easy walk to the beach, the well stocked kitchen, and all the beach gear that helped make your days on the sand even more enjoyable. We're also glad the pool provided a fun spot for the kids and a refreshing place for the adults to unwind. We appreciate you choosing Once Upon A Beach and would love to host your family again on a future Anna Maria Island vacation! ☀️🏖️🌴🏡💙
Janet H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Janet H.
30 May 2026
The Perfect Beach House!
The house was very clean, and the home itself is calming and thoughtfully furnished. A Very Wonderful surprise was the split king adjustable bed in the first bedroom, a true game changer for people like me with back issues! I somehow hadn't realized that there were 2 separate, full bathrooms, another nice surprise. The beach is just a quick walk, and the home is in a nice residential area close to everything. There's a hangout space out front with Adirondack chairs, a hammock, and a BBQ with an extra propane tank in case it runs out (a nice touch!) It's private and shielded from the road with foliage; a great place to sit and chill. The back patio pool was plenty for our party of 4 to dip, play and cool off, and has both sunny and shaded areas. Lounge chairs and a dinette table for 4. We come to AMI twice a year and have stayed at many places… this will be my go-to from now on… 5 stars!
Thank you so much for this incredible review!
We are thrilled to hear that the home exceeded your expectations and provided such a relaxing and comfortable stay. The split king adjustable bed has quickly become a guest favorite, and we're especially happy it helped make your vacation more enjoyable.
It's wonderful to know you appreciated the thoughtful touches throughout the property, from the private outdoor living spaces and pool area to the backup propane tank and convenient beach access. Our team works hard to create an experience that feels both comfortable and effortless, so hearing those details stood out means a great deal.
As returning visitors to Anna Maria Island, your compliment that this will be your "go-to" home moving forward is truly the highest praise we could receive. Thank you for choosing Once Upon A Beach, and we can't wait to welcome you back for your next island getaway!
Janet H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erik D.
30 April 2026
Excellent
This house was awesome. It was very clean and had very nice furnishings. The kitchen and the bathrooms were all like brand new. The house had all the amenities you needed to go to the beach, including a beach cart, chairs and a cooler. The pool was great temperature was perfect. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay.We will be booking this house again. The location was great easy.Walk to the beach and easy drive everywhere else on the island.
Erik D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Erik D.
30 April 2026
Excellent
This house was awesome. It was very clean and had very nice furnishings. The kitchen and the bathrooms were all like brand new. The house had all the amenities you needed to go to the beach, including a beach cart, chairs and a cooler. The pool was great temperature was perfect. We couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay.We will be booking this house again. The location was great easy.Walk to the beach and easy drive everywhere else on the island.
Thank you so much for this amazing review. We're so happy to hear how much you loved the home.
It's great to know the cleanliness, updated kitchen and bathrooms, and furnishings all stood out, and that you were able to take full advantage of the beach gear and enjoy the pool at the perfect temperature. That combination of comfort and convenience is exactly what we hope every stay feels like.
The location really is hard to beat, and we're so glad it made getting to the beach and around the island easy for you.
We would absolutely love to have you back. Be sure to reach out to us directly when you're ready to book again so we can apply your return guest discount!
Erik D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patrick H.
24 November 2025
Another Ecxellent stay
Been staying here in November for years and if it's possible, the new owners and management team have made our stay even better. Very comfortable. Well kept. Really good beds. Back next year!
Thank you so much for sharing this! We're thrilled to hear you've been visiting in November for years, and it means the world that the new ownership and management have made your stay even better. We're so glad you found the home comfortable, well kept, and loved the beds. We can't wait to welcome you back next year!
Patrick H.
About the host
Hosted by Once Upon a Beach Vacation Rentals
A world-class island getaway deserves a premier vacation rental experience. At Once Upon A Beach, we invite you to immerse yourself in laid-back luxury, where every detail is designed to make your stay unforgettable. From the moment you book until the day you depart, our local, dedicated team delivers exceptional service, ensuring your vacation is seamless, stress-free, and unforgettable.
Whether you're seeking a romantic retreat for two in a charming beach-chic cottage or gathering the whole family in a sprawling luxury home, you'll arrive to find a meticulously maintained property with unique, thoughtful amenities and concierge-style insider tips to help you live like a local. Each home is just steps from Anna Maria Island's sugar-soft white sand and the sparkling, gin-clear waters that make our slice of paradise famous.
As a boutique luxury vacation rental and property management company, Once Upon A Beach offers an intimate, personalized experience rooted in five-star care and meticulous attention to detail. We specialize in creating the perfect balance of comfort, style, and authentic island charm in one of the most picturesque beach towns in the world—the place we proudly call home.
Write the next chapter of your vacation story with us, and create cherished memories on Anna Maria Island that will last a lifetime.
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