Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! in Holmes Beach

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Dates

May 2025

June 2025

2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking available
Dryer
Air conditioning
Washer
Outdoor Space

Explore the area

Holmes Beach, FL

Holmes Beach Beaches
‪7 min walk‬
Manatee Public Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Anna Maria Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

This cottage places you next to Island Gallery West and within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach. The cottage includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.

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What's nearby

Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Manatee Public Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
West Coast Surf Shop - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Anna Maria Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
Bean Point Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬12 min walk
‪Two Scoops - ‬7 min drive
‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬6 min drive
‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
‪Skinny's Place - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach!

Welcome to Gumbo Cottage located just 7 houses from the Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island and a street away from downtown Holmes Beach. This ground level half duplex with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths has its own private patio for you to enjoy with heated pool, outdoor shower and grill surrounded by tropical landscaping. Inside, you will find retro styled living area and kitchen with plenty of seating for easy entertaining. You can enjoy a day at the beach with provided beach wagon, chairs and umbrella. Or, take a short walk to downtown Holmes Beach and check out resteraunts, shopping and the marina. Hop on the free island trolley and discover all Anna Maria Island has to offer!

In the evening, retreat to the master suite where you will enjoy the comfortable bed complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets. This home includes a fully stocked kitchen, linens, towels, beach towels, and a Weber grill.

Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat is a full service property manager on Anna Maria Island to ensure our guests enjoy some of the nicest, well stocked homes on the island. For an additional charge, we offer bikes and GEM cars among other services. Rest assured we are here to assist as needed in the most efficient manner possible.
While vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please adhere to our local rules and regulations for our residential community which are included in our homes as well as our arrival information.

City ordinance requires us to inform you that 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.
Holmes Beach Rental License VRC19-000017

The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat

Languages

English

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Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Pool/Spa

Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Things to do

Bicycles
Heated pool

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

Bicycles

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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Pet Fee of $100 Plus Tax Required

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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

6815

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this cottage?

Located steps from Island Gallery West, this cottage is in Holmes Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches. You'll also find Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

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

Is Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach!?

No, but this cottage does have a heated pool.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 17.6 mi away (28 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach!?

Yes, every accommodation at Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! comes with a balcony.

Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! Reviews

Perfect stay

Absolutely beautiful, pristine cottage! Loved everything about it. We had an issue with the AC and it was addressed and fixed immediately. A 5 minute walk to beach and many restaurants. Will be back!

Stayed 14 nights in May 2021