This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. The vacation home includes a private pool, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 3 min drive
Rod & Reel Pier - 7 min drive
Two Scoops - 4 min drive
Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 4 min drive
The Waterfront Restaurant - 4 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.
Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub.
Sand Dollar by Anna Maria Island Accommodations Home in Holmes Beach, FL 34217 VRC16-000117
Welcome to Sand Dollar, a gorgeous vacation home with a sparkling pool and hot tub just a quick stroll from the sugary-white sands of Holmes Beach. This lovely three-bedroom, two-bathroom rental offers a great outdoor space with plenty of seating and a cute tiki bar. It is ideally located near shops, restaurants, and a trolley stop to take you wherever you’d like across the 7-mile island.
Highlights • Less than a 10-minute walk to the beach • Private pool and hot tub • Screened-in balcony • Ping-Pong table • Outdoor seating and entertainment area
As you walk into your new home away from you will be blown away by the vaulted ceilings and bright coastal artwork in the living room that also has two sofas and a tv. The fully equipped kitchen has stainless steel appliances, plentiful granite counter space, bar-high seating, and opens to the dining room table.
The perfect nightly retreat awaits in the tropically colored primary bedroom, where rest comes easy in the King bed with crisp linens and a private balcony that offers a peaceful place for morning coffee and evening talks. The spa-like ensuite bathroom features a double vanity, jetted bathtub, and walk-in shower. The two guest bedrooms have been designed with vibrant sealife decor that will make guests smile. The hallway bathroom features a broad countertop, cabinet space for vacation necessities, and a shower and tub combination.
Room Details -Primary Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed, TV, balcony with seating, and ensuite bathroom with dual vanity, walk-in shower, and jetted bathtub -Second Bedroom, 2nd floor: King bed, balcony access, and TV Third Bedroom, 2nd floor: Twin beds, balcony access, and TV Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa
The tropical backyard offers privacy and paradise with a pool and hot tub, a covered patio with seating, and multiple outdoor dining options with a BBQ Grill. Inside you will find a ping pong table and a screened-in balcony perfect for enjoying drinks and conversation.
This centrally-located home is a quick walk to restaurants and a half-block from the free island trolley’s stop, making exploration and local adventures easy and convenient.
*Please note: 3 cars maximum can park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.
This home is managed by AMI Accommodations , an Anna Maria Island property management company. There are no pets allowed in this home.
We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age. Please see our AMI Accommodations Rental Policies for full details.
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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a sofa bed.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 1,850 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
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
470
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach, a short 6-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and also 20 minutes on foot from Holmes Beach Beaches. 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, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.
Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What do couples enjoy most about Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub.?
Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a private pool, private pools in some accommodations, as well as a heated pool.
Does Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub. have a hot tub?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will 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, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.
How close is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 17.8 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.2 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub.?
No, at Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub., there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.
Centrally located. 3 blocks to the beach. Private pool and hot tub. Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mandy H.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hit all boxes!
Perfect time, something for everyone! My daughter and enjoyed reading and embroidery on the screened in porch. My husband and our boys got pretty competitive on the ping pong table, and we all enjoyed the pool and hot tub. Furnishings were very comfortable. Perfect property for our family of 5!
Mandy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris S.
Feb 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The Sand Dollar Was Very Nice
This was our fifth or sixth different house rental in AMI and the Sand Dollar was a very nice place to stay. It is well maintained and in a convenient location for beach visits and to walk the island.
Chris S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jill H.
Jun 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
convenient location… clean house… roomy.. plenty of space for 5 adults to spread out. Will def stay here again.
Jill H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
Mar 31, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Location!
We enjoyed a great 7 days at the sand dollar! The house was as described and had something for everyone in our party from a quiet reading nook on the front screen porch to a relaxing pool/backyard area. Bonus it’s a quick 2 block walk to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay!
Lisa H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephen D.
Jan 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy
Great location. Clean and well laid out. Loved the hot tub and pool
Stephen D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
6/10 Okay
Becky C.
Dec 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place that needs some TLC
Overall this is a great house for a family of 6. The location is perfect with a short walk to the beach and walking distance to Pine Ave. The screened in porch was fabulous for soaking in the morning sun while enjoying coffee and a book. The house was clean. There were several items that didn’t work well or at all; The garage door didn’t open. The elevator quit on the first day we were there with our luggage in the elevator. An elevator wasn’t a necessity. However, we thought it was nice to take luggage up to the third floor until our luggage got stuck in there for a few hours before maintenance came to get the door open. They were unable to fix it. The washer quit working with a load of laundry in it. The dryer takes two 70 minute cycles on high heat to dry clothes. The dishwasher doesn’t work the best. Make sure you scrub all dishes before putting dishes into it to wash. The water dispenser on the fridge quits working periodically. The oven takes double the normal time to bake. The pool pump quit working the 2nd day there. However there was a bad storm the night before that may have knocked it out. The hot tub is not a hot tub. It’s part of the pool and is the same temp as the pool. We were bummed about that. Regardless of all the items that need fixed, we enjoyed our stay.
Becky C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Marina R.
May 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We stayed here for a week with 4 adults and 2 kids.
Pros: good location with easy walk to the beach, we loved that the pool was clean and warm, and the house was spacious for our group. The grill ran out of propane and was refilled the following day which was nice.
Cons: beach umbrella could not withstand the wind and some chairs were not in great shape. There were minimal beach toys so we had to go out and buy a bunch to keep the kids entertained. The dishwasher left dirty water behind so we hand washed most dishes. Upstairs tv did not connect - we did not ask for this to be repaired but I think they would do this if requested.
Overall we enjoyed our stay with some minor inconveniences
Marina R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
Mar 18, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Love AMI. Great location. Hot Tub and pool were perfect temps. Spent every morning on the screened porch.
Jennifer F.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacques W.
Jan 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Holmes Beach
Property was everything listed and more. Great pool/spa, beautifully landscaped. Walking distance to restaurants and beach. Lots of beach chairs, umbrella, beach wagon, towels, etc. Only negative was zero spices, condiments, etc. Publix market nearby though.King beds and premium linens were appreciated.
Jacques W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniel L. L.
Jun 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great property but consider this
We just returned from a week at this property as a family of 5. Things we enjoyed about the property include:
* Interior is comfortable and well maintained.
* Elevator made transporting luggage much easier
* Central location to beach and free trolley stop
* Great selection of beach gear
Considerations:
* Could not get the hot tub to consistently work. The property mgr and owner were responsive but we’re not able to resolve it. This feature was one of the main reasons we selected the property and was a disappointment.
* When playing ping-pong, remember that the garage is hot and not ventilated.
* We couldn’t get the TV in the 2nd floor bedroom to work (queen bed)
Overall very good experience and would choose it again.
Daniel L. L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim P.
Jun 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Loved the house and location of this property. The amount of stairs were a little tough on my mother. Would have been great if there was a bathroom on the garage/pool level. The pool alarm got a little annoying. But I realize it’s necessary for people traveling with kids. But the house itself was beautiful. Plenty of room. Enjoyed the pool area and all the outdoor space. Also enjoyed the screened in porch. Loved being able to take the golf cart everywhere.
Kim P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Samy H.
Apr 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Poor management!
Great house. Clean, equipped, and in a nice location. We rented this place for a week and were only able to use the spa and the pool once in spite of several attempts and assurances we received from the management company to fix the heating issue of the pool. The spa was not functional most of the time. No information on how to troubleshoot either and no one came to the house or left a note. Not even call backs! Very disappointed considering that my kids were looking forward to using the pool.
Samy H.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
Crystal J.
Sep 4, 2021
Cute house
The house is great. Great area. The only issue we had was the pool and hot tub were not very clean even with my cleaning what he could with what he had available. We did have to get someone to come and show us how to get the hot tub to work. The company had someone over right away. The house is beautiful just those small issues, we would definitely stay again!!
Crystal J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Greg and Beth G.
Jun 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Choice on AMI
We loved everything about this property. Perfect for our family vacation. Great location on the island, close to restaurants and beaches. The house had all of our needs and more. Thank you!
Greg and Beth G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Julia R.
Apr 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
The house was great. We had three adults and two children. There was plenty of room. We took full advantage of the pool and hot tub! We walked and drove to the beach several times. We walked to ice cream down the street (~10 minutes) several times. Walking distance to the Ugly Grouper. Trolley stops on both ends of the street. Also, neighbors called the Monkey Bus for ride one night. We have stayed at AMI three times - a few random perks this house has over others we have stayed at: A view of the sunrise from the screened in front porch, laundry baskets in each room, several beach chairs, boogie boards, pool floats and some sand toys, they have updated the cookware and it was very nice, ping pong table, and adult beds were very comfortable. The dishwasher and dryer could use a tune up; it would also be worth replacing the old knife block (there were nicer knives in the drawer, so not to worry), some dresser drawers could use fixing. If interested, would recommend renting a golf cart for part or all of your stay - we didn't do this in advance and they were all rented out. You can ride the golf cart all the way to Publix! Overall, we had a wonderful stay. The street was quiet and residential. Lots of other renters, it seemed. We had a nice time on the island - weather was good and we enjoyed the sun and heat.
Julia R.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Gail B.
Jan 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Gail from indiana
Reasonable location to walk to beach. (2.5 blocks). Best to cart or ride bikes to shopping area given distance. Stayed over Christmas holiday, happened that weather was super cold for FLA, so did not get to enjoy the pool/hot tub area as much as would have liked. This area is definitely best part of this rental. Layout of house worked well for our family. Liked the screened in front porch. Appreciated having beach chairs and beach towels provided. DVD player didn’t work when got there. Called management company and they Promptly switched out the same day.
Two disappointments:
1. the dishwasher basically doesn’t clean the dishes. We ended up hand washing the dishes. I notified the AMI rental management of this so hopefully switched out soon.
2. We have a family of 5. Rarely could get through even 3 evening showers Before the hot water ran out. Husband said has 35 gallons tank. Given size of rental home, could use a larger tank, or better yet- go tankless. We just adjusted and spread out our showers.
Gail B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mary Ann B.
Oct 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Updates
House was beautiful, we enjoyed our stay. 2 things to look into
-2nd floor bedrooms are warm
- kitchen needs a update on dishes, bowls, pans etc
Mary Ann B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Kelly C.
Oct 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Relaxing, family friendly, beachy, sunsets & great memories. The house was comfortable and a close walk to the beach.
Kelly C.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Sep 17, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
Everything was amazing on our trip. We love it in Anna Maria so much. We already booked for next summer. The only issues we had was the WiFi was down for most of our stay and I wish they supplied more towels & wash clothes. Other than that everything was great. I would definitely recommend this place to stay.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Janet L.
Aug 19, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & nice home
The photos were just like the rooms in person. We loved the bedrooms and the beds were very nice. The overall layout of the house was very nice. The kitchen setup could have been a little better for the dishwasher & stove but wasn't a big deal. The pool was very nice and clean. We had the tree maintenance come on Monday afternoon. They were in & out without any issues or disturbance while we were hanging out by the pool. Then the pool guy came on Tuesday afternoon which he asked us to stay out for an hour until the chlorine to get stable. If we were at the beach that afternoon on either one of those days we wouldn't even known, but we would go in the morning and come back to the house around 1:30 for lunch and hang out at the pool for the rest of the day. They had several boggie boards, pool rafts, beach umbrellas and (6) very nice beach chairs. There is NO wagon so we rented one from Beach Bum's Rentals @ $42.00 for the whole week which included dropping & picking up at the house. This was SO NICE- it would fit the beach chairs & our personal beach canopy without any issues. Taking the easy 8 minute to the beach was not a big deal. They had plenty of bath & kitchen towels. The beach towels were nice and large. The outdoor shower and hose around the house was nice to clean off after coming back from the beach. The screened in front porch would have been great if it had a ceiling fan- a little hot in the afternoon due to the sun hitting it from the side. Just a personal note- be sure to bring everything you need. The only thing they offer is hand soap and 1 toilet paper roll. There is no dish soap for a starter. I left some of my dishwasher tabs and had bought laundry detergent. Some of the tables inside & out could have used a good cleaning and I would have been happy to do that if they had something to do that with. The beach & ocean so very nice. The notebook they provide offered many tips & suggestions while visiting the island. The internet was secured and now has a password. They had Spectrum cable on all the TV except for the twin bedroom (only a DVD player). They do offer several DVDs, books and games to use during your stay. The ice maker was great and never gave us any issues which was great on such hot days. There is a blender and toaster but not many storage containers. The coffee maker takes standard filters which we left some for the next guest. You will enjoy this home and the great location!
Janet L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michele R.
Aug 6, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home!!!!
Would definitely recommend to stay here. Very clean, beach feel, beautiful pool, clean linens Has a great time!
Michele R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ashley H.
Aug 1, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved AMI
This was my first trip to AMI and I loved the island and this property. The property management team was super responsive. The location was perfect. We rented a golf cart for extra convenience with our 13-month-old and it was great for a quick trip to the beach. We would definitely rent this property again in the future!
Ashley H.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Debra G., Saint Augustine, Florida
Mar 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
The pictures are accurate and cleanliness of the unit was above par. We contacted the mgmt. for a special request prior to arriving - and was taken care of prior to our arrival. First time I had to check in and it seems alittle disjointed. Usually I have doorlock codes prior to arrival. This was a first dealing with a 3rd party.
The info book in the unit is quite detailed with things to do..
2 things future renter should be aware of: thermostats on each level and internet is NOT secure. If doing personal online business just download the hotspot app on your phone.
Debbie Gravish
Debra G.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Barbara P.
Mar 20, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, updated house in a great location
Nicely updated house on a quiet street, short walk to the beach and to the dog park. House was well equipped, linens and towels were fresh and clean. It was cooler than expected during our stay and we had some trouble with the heat but the issue was quickly resolved by the property managers. We were leery to use the WiFi as it is a public domain, but others may not be concerned by that. Also missed having an HDMI outlet on the large screen TV in the main living area and having to use the smaller set in the bedroom to stream ball games. All in all, a great house and would be happy to rent again.
Barbara P.
Stayed 23 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jason F.
Jul 9, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
The place was awesome!
The rental process was easy, management company was very responsive.