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Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location.

Vacation home with private pool, 4-minute walk to Bradenton Beach

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmetto Avenue Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Palmetto Avenue Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Island Gallery West - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bortell's Lounge - ‬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.

Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location.

Two minute walk to beach access at the end of our street! PRIVATE heated pool. Air conditioned 2 bedroom 2 bath home. Private backyard.Paradise found !

Welcome to Sea Star Cottage! Beautifully decorated with your own private heated pool plus large covered ground floor lanai. You will be steps to the beach with access point at the end of our road. We supply everything you'll need for an easy beach vacation. Beach towels, beach trolly, chairs, umbrellas and a cooler bag! All you'll need is your swimsuit.

We strive to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, to do so we provide a professional linen service to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you high quality linens that are in place and ready for your use upon arrival. These high- quality linens are laundered in a commercial setting that uses only hypoallergenic, perfume and dye free soaps assuring all of our guests a comfortable stay.

Our property includes use of our MEMBERSHIP at The Center of Anna Maria Island. This membership allows our guests access to pickleball, tennis, a fitness center and wellness classes including yoga. There is also access ( some at additional costs) to kids camps and concerts. Feel free to ask us more about our membership.
We think of the little things to make your vacation special. All linens are provided including sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels, and pool towels.

Sea Star cottage is in a great location centrally located on Anna Maria Island. Walking distance to shops and restaurants yet nestled just off of the main road.

Amenities:
- Located steps to beautiful beach
-Private heated pool (we heat the pool at no extra charge during the winter months)
-private backyard with covered lanai.
- private upstairs deck
-Parking included
-Free island trolly stop at the end of our street (one minute walk away)
- Centrally located on the island near to shops and restaurants
- free WiFi
- Beach wagon, umbrellas, beach chairs, cooler

-Gas BBQ
-plenty of outdoor seating including chaise lounges, Adirondack chairs and two outdoor dining tables.

Fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops:
-Keureg
-kettle
-drip coffee machine
- toaster
- blender

-Washer and dryer

Two bedrooms:
Main bedroom Kingsize bed with en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. HDTV in all rooms

Second bedroom has two twin beds and HDTV

Two full bathrooms :
Main bathroom full bathroom with tub/shower combo
Master bathroom has walk in shower




Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectable level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.



What makes this property so special is its very close direct beach access to the idyllic soft white sand of the Gulf beaches and breathtaking sunsets. A peaceful neighborhood, walking distance to restaurants and shops. Free island trolly bus stop just around the corner. Onsite parking makes it easy to unload.

If you are a larger party, or traveling with friends and family please checkout our other site Vrbo property ID 1645447( or contact owner to inquire) which allows you to rent both sides. Both units have private yard and pool but fences can be opened to share the property. This allows you to be as together as you may like while still having your privacy.

We do not allow parties or events. No pets allowed. No smoking.




VRC 19-000082
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

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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: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • 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
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Things to do

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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

1. Please do not put hot items on countertop. 2. No children are permitted in pool area or upper decks without adult supervision.
We ONLY allow a Saturday check in/out date. If booking is made outside of these days, they may be subject to cancellation prior to arrival.

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

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 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: 24

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.
  • 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, and a deadbolt lock.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach, just steps from Bradenton Beach. 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, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with 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 Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. 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 Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. have a hot tub?

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

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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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 18.7 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location.?

Yes, every accommodation at Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. comes with a balcony.

Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaime Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home, one block from the beach. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

We visit AMI every year and this property was extremely nice for a small family with young children. The beds were comfortable, everything worked well and the kitchen was stocked. The pool is perfect with a great amount of both sun and shade and we enjoyed eating most of our meals outdoors at the covered table near the pool. They also have everything you could possibly want for beach days (wagon, chairs, umbrella, toys, cooler, etc). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marji s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best hostess we have ever had

First off the place was CLEAN and pics are exactly what you got!!, location is great, close to the beach, a mile into Anna Maria’s downtown and 1 mile to Holmes beach. but even more importantly stuff happens in a rental, especially when you are there for a month and Carolyn was great, communication awesome! Beach chairs had been damaged she drop off new ones. Ice maker not working she replaced it . Only problem she is already booked for next year and we are on the waitlist!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and friendly hosts

Overall things were great. A nice private small pool, convenient golf cart charger, good communication with the hosts. It's exactly as described. My only comment for improvement is that the water pressure in the master bath but everything else compensated for that
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay! Everything was wonderful! Beds are very comfortable, pool is beautiful and so refreshing after spending the day at the beach! And the location is convenient to everything and just a short walk to the beach! We would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Beautiful property, clean, close to the beach. Great outdoor space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation

This place is everything we wanted in an Anna Maria stay! The house was very clean and had everything we needed. It had a well stocked kitchen with a KCup coffee machine and a regular coffee pot and every thing you’d need to cook for the week. The pool area was peaceful, quiet, and a great spot to sit and cool off, we also loved to play cards at the awesome covered table by the pool. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck and loved eating dinner out there as well. The location was a 2 min walk to the beautiful beach, and this rental had everything we needed to enjoy our day at the beach; awesome beach chairs, beach toys, umbrella, and even a wagon to tow it the short walk. Our host, Carolyn, was accommodating and checked in on us early in the week. The rental is a perfect location, walkable to beach, short drive to Pine Ave, but also convenient to Publix etc. It’s in a quiet residential part of Anna Maria and we loved that. If we return to AMI, we’d definitely rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

Our stay at Sea Star Cottage was absolutely wonderful. The property is clean and very well maintained. When we had questions for the owner, communication was quick and easy. It was really nice to find beach gear available as we realize this is not standard at all rental locations. Location was great and beach was not busy. Pool is small in size but was perfect for our family. It is the nicest pool we have ever had at a rental property. We typically stay further north on the island so it was nice to find the same charm in a different area. We rented bikes from Beach Bums and we only used our car once during our week. Our family has stayed on AMI for many of our family vacations and found this location to be our favorite. We would definitely rent here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff L.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a place!

This place had everything! The inside was spacious and updated while the outside had a covered seating area next to your very own pool. The location was amazing as well. A less than 5 minute walk to the beach or trolley stop, what more could you ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th

The rental was in a great location and perfect for the 4 of us. Enjoyed the short walk to the beach and the pool was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holmes Beach away from home

Great place for our family of 4 , easy walk to beach and pool was wonderful . Had everything you needed for the beach also . Easy walk to uptown shops and restaurants either way of island . Truly was a wonderful stay for our family !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Experience

This was our first trip to Anna Maria Island. We had a great time and the property was just as it was described. Very clean and great central location to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beats expectations

Beat our family’s expectations by a mile. Definitely going back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harvey M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Updated, well furnished unit. Beautiful private pool and lanai. 3 minute walk to beach. Host is terrific! Cares about her property and is easy to communicate with.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Luann S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had good time

Only problem refrigerator stuck like dead fish
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

Great property, great location along with great communication from owners. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house & amazing location

Our family had a wonderful stay here. We will book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Stay

We had a wonderful time here, the spot was super clean and hosts were very communicative! We would definitely stay here again, and can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This property is perfectly appointed as well as a perfect location. The host, Carolyn, was wonderful too.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for family

The house was perfect for a family vacation with two children. Only a block to the beach. The pool was great to cool off in the afternoons. The kitchen was stocked for daily breakfast and dinners. Lots of beach and pool toys provided. We used the wagon and umbrella on the beach. The owner called to check in and was very friendly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Tracy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island Rental

Home was very neat @ clean and in great location the only negative was TV in living room is smaller than the average and difficult to read/view from seats. If not familiar with Roku remote may be tricky or irritating for some.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect vacation from start to finish

The home was exactly as described. Beautiful quiet neighborhood. Very clean home with everything we needed. You can tell the owner has recently invested in many upgrades to the inside and outside of the property. Pool area clean. Owner furnished chairs, umbrellas, coolers which made traveling so much easier. Communication with Carolyn the owner was terrific. Looking forward to another vacation on Holmes beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

stacy m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

The house was just as it looked in the pictures. Very comfortable and well located on Anna Maria. The backyard and pool were a lovely oasis. Nice to have pool heat included in the price. Thats not always the case! We enjoyed our stay very much. Carolyn, the host was very responsive and easy to contact.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay G., Seymour IN

Liked: Cleanliness

Great rental, great location.

We had a few needs, owner responded right away. Recommend this property highly!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL O., Belmont, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Sea Star Cottage!

The Sea Star Cottage and its host - Carolyn - are amazing! The place exceeded our expectations. It is centrally located, a short walk to the beach, and the ambience and general feel of the entire cottage were great! Carolyn was always helpful and recommended several local eating places that were spot on for our tastes. Carolyn is very much an authentic and welcoming host. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

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