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Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool

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A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a thatched umbrella.
A two-story yellow building with a white garage door, a balcony, and palm trees in the yard.
A living room with a striped sofa, a beige sofa, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with chairs, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bradenton Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool

Welcome to The Sunny Palm Retreat, a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with private, heated and cooled pool plus lots of lush tropical landscaping!

This beautiful property will sleep 6 people with 1 King bed,1 Queen bed, and 2 Twin beds. Plus, there is a pullout couch in the living room!

In the backyard, you'll find a large open deck and a covered, shaded area overlooking the pool. You can even enjoy drinks at the swim-up tiki table in the pool! We've added solar string lights on the upper and lower patio for enjoying the outdoors during those great Florida evenings.

This lovely property is convenient to the beach and in a very quiet Holmes Beach residential neighborhood. The Sunny Palm is just a short walk to the many shops and restaurants of downtown Holmes Beach, as well as the Island’s only dog park.

The living space, garage, fenced-in backyard, and pool are completely private to you! Since it is a half-duplex, it simply has one attached wall with the unit next door. You can park up to 3 cars here: 1 in the garage, and 2 in the driveway.

You'll never miss a moment of your favorite sporting event!We have a 55"" television in the living room with a DVD player, a 49"" television in the master bedroom, a 49"" television in the second bedroom, a 49"" television in the third bedroom, AND even a 42"" television on the outdoor, covered patio!

Convenience for our guests is a priority for us! All of the TVs are smart TVs and have streaming television with the Spectrum App. A washer and dryer, wireless internet, cable television and free domestic long distance calling are all included! Additionally, if you're traveling with little ones or pets, we gladly provide an array of convenient items upon request. We have high-chairs, pack 'n plays, baby gates, and fans so you can pack less and enjoy a worry-free family getaway. Just let us know what you need in advance so we can make sure it is ready for you at the property upon your arrival.

There is plenty of opportunity for fun and games at Island Vibe 1. Inside the garage is a ping pong table, a beach cart, beach toys and lots of beach equipment. Additionally, there is a propane grill and outdoor propane fire pit.

We treat for mosquitos from May through August.

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.

NOISE ORDINANCE: Anna Maria Island has a zero tolerance policy for noise after 9 PM. Please show consideration for your neighbors. No loud music, parties or playing in pools after 9 PM. If a neighbor complains the Police Department has no choice but to file a complaint. Any tickets issued by the police department for noise violations will be the responsibility of the guest and may result in immediate eviction with no refunds of rent or deposits.

By City Regulation, a 7 night minimum stay is required with a maximum occupancy of 6 persons. Violation of the occupancy limit may result in immediate eviction with no refunds of rent or deposits.

License #: VRC17-000051

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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

You need to know

Property # 5470748vb
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 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 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool have a pool?

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

Is Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunny Palm: Close to Beach with Private Heated Pool located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and pool are perfect and fun for families with kids. Communication with the host was smooth and any questions were answered right away. We hope to be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice home in a great location. The home comes with the essentials and has a beautiful pool and outdoor living space. Walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants however we used a rented golf cart to travel the majority of the time. The host was easy to communicate with and the management team took care of taking the trash bins to the curb when we weren’t home. We would definitely return to this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Communication with Cathy (property manager) was spectacular. Our kids loved the pool area and it was a great space to just hang out and relax. We highly recommend this property and would definitely return in the future!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We greatly enjoyed our stay Island Vibe 1. What a relaxing way to spend time on AMI. Very quiet neighborhood and a well-stocked place to stay. The short walk to the beach was done with the provided wagon loaded with beach chairs, umbrellas, and supplies. Coming back to relax in the pool was an added bonus!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful from start to finish!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay for our family of 5

Loved the location to to the beach, shops, and restaurants. We had plenty of room to relax and just enjoy being on vacation. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very lovely vacation home with nice private pool

We had a great time and warm weather so we were able to use the nice outdoor eating and sitting areas.Wonderful spot!
Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Glad you enjoyed it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Great property. Pet friendly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected, and the owners were very helpful and full of information and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at Island Vibe 1. Cathy was great and responded quickly with any questions or needs. We were able to enjoy the pool a couple days between the cool days & the beach was just a short walk away. No need to bring anything with you when staying here, they have everything for pool, beach & inside the condo. There are several restaurants & shops within walking distance, so not much need for a car. You won't be disappointed in your decision to stay at Island Vibe 1.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All amenities were described exactly as listed. Host was responsive and communicated in a timely fashion. Home was welcoming, roomy, and decorated perfectly for a beach stay on AMI. Would surely recommend and return in a heartbeat. Location was awesome, quiet and in a beautiful neighborhood. Thank you so much, hoping to return.
Beautiful deck to enjoy our morning tea/coffee overlooking this hidden oasis pool area
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Sunset Cruise
Sunset cruise along with seeing dolphins
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at Island Vibe 1 and hope to stay here again on our next trip to AMI.The home was very clean, beds comfortable, nicely decorated, great pool, and outdoor living area! Lots of beach toys, floaties for the pool, ping pong table in the garage, and plenty of seating around the pool.Within walking distance to beach, restaurants and shops. Host was very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring 2025 getaway

Had a fabulous time. The duplex was just as pictured. Pool was clean and very warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool area where the area surrounding it is awesome. It is a good place to spend with you your family down there, but you can either be out the sun around the pool or you can go under the shelter and still see the activity at the pool. You can go in the garage and entertain yourself with a lot of games in there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for kids - had an amazing stay!

The house was well stocked, lots of pool and beach toys and everything else you’d need. It was very clean and comfortable and in a great location. Sara was great and responsive. We will definitely be booking again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Spot!

Great location. Close to restaurants, shopping and beach. Loved the pool and the surrounding outdoor area. We spent most of our time there. Cute, comfortable and well appointed home! Pet friendly which is so important to us. Fabulous hosts and great communication. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Florida Paradise

The house was perfect and as described. Cathy was easy to communicate with. Easy walk to the beach and the pool was wonderful. We had a great vacation!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New year getaway

An amazing property. Hosts were the best we have ever dealt with!! We didn't want to leave
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

Sara's home was perfect for our family vacation. Well stocked, great pool area, lots of beach supplies and short walk to the beach! Sara was very accommodating and made sure we had items for our baby upon arrival. Would recommend her home to anyone looking to stay on AMI.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

February on AMI

Comfortable house with wonderful outdoor entertaining space and a beautiful private pool. Quiet neighborhood with easy walking to coffee shop, bars and restaurants.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Vacation

Cathy was a wonderful hostess! Always quick to respond if we had any questions. The home was clean and well stocked. The beds/furniture were comfortable. We absolutely loved the private outdoor space and pool. This neighborhood has always been a go to for us when visiting Anna Maria/Holmes Beach Area. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

perfect for our family

My family and I had a great time. The house and pool were very well maintained and had everything we needed. It was a short walk to the beach, and the free trolley was convenient. The host was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and Relaxing Stay

We had an amazing trip at Anna Maria and Island Vibes 1. The house was perfect in size for our family of 5. The patio and pool area was used most of the trip and it was so nice to come back to the pool after spending some time on the beach. The beach was only a few blocks away and everything you needed was provided in the garage. Would definitely recommend Island Vibes!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great!

We loved our stay! We felt comfortable here and they provided us with a bunch of baby gear that made our traveling easier! We loved that the pool had a shallow area which was perfect for our one year old to hang out on (with us of course). The hang out area by the pool was so nice! We loved that it was in the middle of the island so it was close to some restaurants but also a nice short trip to both sides of the island! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

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