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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Anna Maria Island, FL
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Anna Maria Beach - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Bean Point Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool.

Experience the ultimate luxury of this beautiful private home just minutes from the white private sandy beaches of Anna Maria Island. No annoying steps to climb. 5-9 minute walk to the Holmes Beach Playground, Tennis courts, Pickle Ball courts, Playground, Skate Park, Basketball Courts, Shopping, Bars and More.

This private family home is renovated renovated to the highest specifications you would desire for a luxury renal. The furnishings are comfortable but luxurious. Inside the home we feature quartz counter tops, new cabinetry, fully equipped modern kitchen, stainless appliances and porcelain tile throughout. We feature 3 coastal bedrooms (2 queen and 2 twin beds) with ample closet space, 2 newly renovated bathrooms (1 en-suite). The lanai off of the living room opens to an "Old Florida style" covered deck with generous bench seating, rocking chairs and BBQ perfect for your happy hour.

Our property comes with a private pool equipped with a party pool light for your late night swimming fun. Completed in January 2022 a pool sun room with 10 feet of glass doors open to the pool deck. This sun room has beautiful comfortable furnishings and TV providing and an additional lounge area when you are enjoying the pool. Also recently completed in 2022 a spacious 3 car driveway, outdoor shower, windows and exterior. A beautiful tropical landscape completes the outdoor living experience. We have all the beach toys including chairs, umbrella and a wagon for your personal use. The home is also equipped with a washer and dryer.

The neighborhood is peaceful with very little traffic. This home is only minutes walk to exciting restaurants, ice cream shop, bars and shopping in Holmes Beach. Free Island Trolley-Bus stop is just down the street.
The property has a Nest camera view of the driveway for weather monitoring purposes.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.

Property manager

Raye Leukart

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The property is strictly NO smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Turtle's Nest 1 1/2 Blocks Beach Private Home/pool House
Turtle's Nest 1 1/2 Blocks Beach Private Home/pool
Turtle's Nest 1 1/2 Blocks Beach Private Home/pool House
Turtle's Nest 1 1/2 Blocks Beach Private Home/pool House

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Holmes Beach is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. You'll also find Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool. good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool. have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a heated pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 18.1 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool.?

Yes, every accommodation at Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool. comes with a deck.

Anna Maria Island!1 Block to the Beach. Private Home with Heated Pool. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike R., Appleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great vacation at the Turtle’s Nest!

Just like the title said - great vacation spot, great house, close to the not very crowded beach. Raye is great answering any questions or handling any issues - very quickly. Look forward to the next visit already!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Return Trip

We stayed at this house 2 years ago and were so happy it was available again for our return trip to AMI. The proximity to the beach is amazing and the house comes with a great beach cart to easily carry all your gear. We stayed in the house with our kids ages 5, 3 and 8 months. There was plenty of space in the house and the pool was a great spot for the afternoons after the kids had enough at the beach. The house is walking distance to The Ugly Grouper restaurant, an ice cream shop and a few stores. Everything else is a short drive away. The house is incredibly clean!! The host responded quickly if we had any questions. We loved our stay and hope to keep going back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott and Becca H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Stay

The home is in a great location, walkable to many restaurant's and stores. It was clean and bright inside. It has a well stocked kitchen, plenty of towels both for bath and beach. The host is responsive and kind. It was the perfect place to relax for a week!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday Holiday

Wow! We spent a week at A Turtle’s Nest, our second visit to the island but our first time staying here. It’s a beautiful property, modern and stylish but also comfortable and relaxing, and we felt at home surprisingly quickly. It’s very much a luxury holiday home - my favourite kind! Everything is of high quality - the appliances, the fixtures and fittings, the crockery and cutlery, even the tea towels are plush! The bed is super comfy, like sleeping on a cloud. There’s an abundance of fluffy bath towels and pool towels, and a delightfully old-fashioned whistling stove-top kettle for tea drinkers like us. We enjoyed spotting the little turtle touches all over the house, and appreciated the labels on switches and other devices that made life easier. The location is perfect, on a quiet street just a short stroll to the beach. We love Anna Maria Island - the beaches, the sunsets and the wildlife, and hope to return again in the future. Our favourite food recommendations would be a burger at The Waterfront, fish at The Porch and steak at SALT Bar & Table. It’s been an absolute pleasure staying here. We don’t usually stay at the same property twice, but I’d make an exception in this case. I couldn’t think of a better place to celebrate my 50th birthday. Thank you Raye!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house and location!

Perfect size for our family of 6, plenty of space to spread out a bit. Beach is just a short walk away and coming back to our very own private pool was the icing on the cake. The kids had an absolute blast. Amazing location as well, centrally located and just a quick golf cart ride to pretty much anywhere on the island. We had no issues whatsoever during our stay and Raye was a great host. The place is expertly decorated, very clean, and has a plethora of modern features. We will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Third time back and still want more!

This is our third time stating in this lovey home. The location is absolutely perfect…we can walk to the beach, dinner, shops, ice cream and much more. The walk to the pool is simply stepping out of the sliding doors. The property manager is extremely responsive and helpful. Cannot wait to return….again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret & Sean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Great location. The Ugly Grouper Restaurant was a short walk and had something for everyone, including live music. We also enjoyed our time cooking and reading by the small pool. The lovely landscaping around this home gives plenty of privacy. Found it very easy to go for my morning run or stroll to the beach for sunset. This house was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Turtles Nest Is The Best!

Great property, great location, multiple living spaces for guests to relax and do their own thing. Easy walk to the beach for the gorgeous AMI sunsets. Easy walk to Vinny’s, Hurricane Hanks, The Ugly Grouper and The Doctor’s Office, ice cream and shopping.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

This is the time we have stayed at this property. It is well equipped and in a great location .The owner is wonderful to work with and the accommodations are great .Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Reunion

We had a really nice sibling reunion there, great setup.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

diane d., Hamlin NY

Liked: Cleanliness

A turtles nest

A turtles nest is a beautiful home! Well taken care of and updated. Very clean. It had everything we needed. The property owners were responsive- got back to us in minutes! Good location- short walk to the beach or stores. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect beach home away from home!

Very cozy, great style, clean and had everything we needed for the perfect beach getaway. My only suggestion is to put black out curtains in the bedrooms, because the neighbor’s exterior light sensor is very bright and goes off and on throughout the night. I brought an eye cover which helped. Other than that we absolutely loved our stay there!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Turtles Nest

A beautiful property in a fantastic location. Close to lots of options for food and drink and walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved this home. It was so clean, well decorated and had everything we could need.

The house was so nicely decorated. There were plenty of beach/pool towels, a wagon to pull stuff to the beach . The house even had beach chairs, cooler and umbrellas for the beach. Our favorite part was the pool. It was such a fun place to cool off and private from the road. The beach was a quick walk from the house. The house was also close to restaurants and ice cream shops. We even biked to Anna Maria piers and shops. The property manager was very responsive. We will definitely book this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike R., Appleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful times at Anna Maria Island

This was a very nice place to stay at. The home has just been renovated! The location is great - only 5 minutes to the beach, and in a quiet neighborhood. The soundproofing is excellent too - there was some construction on the street during our stay and we didn’t hear the equipment run with closed doors. The communication with the owner was great - when we had any questions, those were answered reasonably fast! The Turtle Nest is definitely on the short list of places to stay for us in the future, for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness

We keep coming back!

Had another amazing stay at this perfect home! Has everything we need for a wonderful vacation and beach experience! Cannot wait to visit again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay on AMI

We had a wonderful time at 'A Turtles Nest' and Raye is a great host! The house was perfect for our family of 5. The property is beautiful and has all the amenities of home. We enjoyed cooking breakfast in the kitchen (equipped with everything you need). Plenty of space for the kids to spread out and the sun room was perfect to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning. We enjoyed walking to the beach every evening for sunset (less than 5 mins). Also loved having the beach wagon and chairs, umbrella, etc that are provided. We will stay here again the next time we visit the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kasey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Our stay at the Turtle's Nest was top notch. Questions I had before our stay were quickly answered. We have stayed at several other houses on AMI, and this one was the most accommodating. The kitchen was well stocked and had some condiments and spices. The walk to the beach is short, and having the chairs and wagon available was great. The outdoor shower, pool, and outdoor dining area were key, especially with a 4 and 7 year old. Loved that you can see the pool from the kitchen so I felt comfortable letting the kids play outside while I cooked dinner. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meghan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

A Turtle's Nest was the perfect spot for my family! The house was beautiful and very clean. I stayed in the house with my husband and daughters (3 years and 1 year). There was plenty of room for my kids to move around and the outdoor areas were perfect for relaxing after the kids were asleep. The beach cart was great and fit everything we needed. The walk to the beach is no more than 5 minutes. I couldn't tell from the pictures before booking but the outdoor area with the grill is separated from the pool by a gate if you want a separate area for kids to play away from the pool. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

We loved staying at 'A Turtle's Nest'. The villa was even better than the photos with so many nice details...it really felt like a home from home. There was everything we needed in the villa and the beach cart with the location made it an absolutely perfect holiday. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helle H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house in perfect location

We enjoyed our stay very much and would love to come back. Inside and outside - everything worked perfectly. Only regret is a very noisy installation just outside the master bedroom which ruined the night’s sleep
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent house on Anna Maria Island

Recently updated and looks amazing! Three living areas - one is a step down living room. Pool on one side of house and grill with fabulous sitting area on the other - do connect with path along the rear of house. Pool is small but absolutely beautiful. Lots of towels provided for pool. Water is 85 degrees. Careful of the step out of house onto pool terrace - it's a bit high. Three bedrooms - 1) Queen bed is comfy and ensuite bath is smallish (shower only) but very very nice. 2) Twin beds with hall bath (Tub with shower) right outside of door. 3) Queen bed with door off of the step-down living area so have to walk around which worked out fine. Kitchen is totally open and well stocked - even condiments in the fridge. Walk to beach only takes 3-5 minutes. Neighborhood is quiet and new circular driveway is perfect! Loved our stay in the excellent Turtle's Nest.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Property A++++++

We really enjoyed our stay , only problem was it wasn't long enough. Close in proximity to Great Restaurants and the Beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Wonderful Turtle’s Nest

House is on a quiet street a few blocks from the beach. A great wagon available to transport beach gear. The house and pool were extremely clean decorated with lovely coastal decor. Communication with Raye was terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kellie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Expect the Best at " A Turtle's Nest"

We would like to offer a well deserved thank you to Raye for the outstanding accommodations offered at his Anna Maria Island home "A Turtle's Nest". The house, yard and pool were extremely clean and picture perfect as presented on the website. The terrific wagon and chairs made the short walk to the beach much easier! Raye sent a restaurant list in advance. It was also included in the house binder along with brochures regarding the surrounding area. Travelling with our two adult children, the house location allowed for great options in dining, shopping or investigating near-by destinations of interest. Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating assisted with our endeavors to relax. The splendor of the sunsets, sugar soft sand and natural habitats for birds were very enjoyable! We chose "A Turtle's Nest" together as a family. We are incredibly happy that we made the right choice!!! Additional Note: Thank you to the staff who made an effort to find our daughter's missing keys after our departure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021