SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool in Holmes Beach

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May 2025

June 2025

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

Overview
Amenities
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Location
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Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 52112 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Pool
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Holmes Beach, Florida

Holmes Beach Beaches
‪3 min walk‬
Manatee Public Beach
‪9 min walk‬
West Coast Surf Shop
‪11 min walk‬
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

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

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What's nearby

Holmes Beach Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Manatee Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
West Coast Surf Shop - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Bean Point Beach - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
Anna Maria Beach - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬11 min walk
‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬7 min drive
‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
‪Skinny's Place - ‬15 min walk
‪Ginny's & Jane E's Bakery Cafe - ‬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.

SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool

VRC16-000500

Your Holmes Beach Escape Awaits
Tucked just one block from the pristine Gulf beaches, SS Salamander South is a 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplex designed for effortless island living. Enjoy a heated pool, tropical landscaping, and a prime location—just a short stroll to local shops, restaurants, and the free island trolley.

“The best location we’ve stayed in after 10+ trips to AMI! Steps to the beach, a great pool, and an easy walk to everything.” – Billy P.

The Home
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed
Guest Bedroom: Full bed + Twin bed
Kitchen: Fully stocked for home-cooked meals
Living Room: 55” Smart TV, comfortable furnishings
Laundry: Shared full-size washer & dryer

“The home was clean, comfortable, and beautifully decorated—everything we needed for a relaxing stay.” – Anonymous

Outdoor Oasis
Heated Pool (Shared with North Unit) – Spacious and surrounded by lush landscaping
Grill & Outdoor Seating – Perfect for al fresco dining
Outdoor Shower – Rinse off after a beach day
Off-Street Parking – Two spaces per unit

“The pool and backyard were even better than the photos. We spent hours lounging by the water.” – Bill Y.

Exclusive Guest Perks
After booking, you’ll receive access to our Digital Guidebook, where you can pre-arrange bike rentals, beach chairs, umbrellas, infant gear, mobility aids, and more—ready and waiting upon arrival!

“Loved the convenience of having beach gear available—it made our stay effortless!” – Blaise P.

Perfect Location
This home is steps from the beach and within walking distance to:
Local bars, restaurants, and ice cream shops
Boutiques and shopping
Free island trolley for easy exploring

“Quiet, close to everything, and so relaxing. We’ll be back!” – Larry O.

Need More Space?
Rent both sides of the duplex to accommodate up to 10 guests—perfect for families and groups!

Know Before You Go:
7-night minimum stay
No pets allowed
Quiet hours observed for a peaceful stay

Book SS Salamander South today and experience the best of Holmes Beach!

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.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washer/dryer, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Island Vacation Properties

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Heated pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Day bed

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table

Entertainment

Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Deck

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the bay
Near the marina

Things to do

Heated pool
Water park
Golfing nearby
Theme park 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Unit size: 2,112 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Driving? This property offers limited parking.

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.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

2531-174494

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach, just steps from Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West, and within a short walk of 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?

Yes, though parking is limited.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool 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 heated pool.

Does SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool 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.

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.

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 17.2 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool?

Yes, every accommodation at SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool comes with a deck.

SS Salamander South | Steps to the Beach + Heated Pool Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

May 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Love

Hidden gem. The perfect house for a family of 4. The house had everything we needed. The pool was amazing. Close walk to the beach. Could not have asked for a better neighborhood and place to stay for our week vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shea T.

Jul 16, 2024

Great location and stay

We enjoyed our stay, location was great and our place was great.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Ada, MI

Feb 18, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

We absolutely enjoyed our stay! From the location, pool, and accommodations, it was wonderful! We would definitely come again!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter K.

Feb 9, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Property

Highly recommend for anyone looking for a convenient spot located close to the beach. Clean and comfortable!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Aug 31, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun time!

We had a wonderful stay at the property. It was clean! It was close to the beach! It had an amazing pool! It didn’t have a lot of beach/pool stuff including beach chairs.