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Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI

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Outdoor dining
A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms3365 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

This vacation home places you within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Anna Maria Sound - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Smoqehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slim's Place - ‬6 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.

Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI

Crab Shack

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Welcome to Crab Shack – Your Private Island Escape in Holmes Beach

Discover the perfect blend of space, comfort, and coastal charm at Crab Shack, a beautifully renovated beach retreat designed with families and groups in mind. This unique duplex-style home offers the ideal balance of togetherness and privacy, making it perfect for larger groups traveling together.

Step into your own private outdoor oasis featuring a heated pool, hot tub, fire pit, putting green, and spacious patio—perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach or enjoying unforgettable evenings under the Florida sky. With plenty of seating, a gas grill, and inviting outdoor spaces, this home is built for making memories.

Location is everything—and you’re just steps from it all. A short stroll brings you to the pristine white sands of the Gulf of Mexico, where you can soak up the sun, swim, or catch breathtaking sunsets. Plus, you're just blocks from Anna Maria Island’s top restaurants, shops, and local attractions. Hop on the nearby trolley to explore the island with ease—no car needed.

Inside, you’ll find two fully equipped kitchens with modern appliances, making meal prep a breeze for large groups. The open and airy living spaces are filled with natural light and offer comfortable seating, smart TVs, board games, and entertainment options for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you're planning a relaxing beach getaway or a fun-filled island adventure, Crab Shack delivers the best of both worlds.



Things to Know:

7-night minimum stay required
Maximum occupancy: 10 guests
Located in a residential neighborhood—please respect quiet hours
No pets allowed
Free parking for up to 5 vehicles
VRC18-000031

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
2 days notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 22 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay.


Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,365 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

116158

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach, just steps from Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches, and within a short walk of Manatee Public Beach. You'll also find Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

Is Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a private pool and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.

Does Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a heated pool.

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.

Does Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 16.9 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.8 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI?

Yes, every house at Large pool home just steps from the Gulf, fully renovated, family friendly, WIFI comes with a patio.

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