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Two beach chairs with colorful striped cushions on a sandy beach with a clear blue sky and turquoise ocean in the background.
A living room with a beige sofa, a white coffee table, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in dishwasher, a granite countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio. There are chairs and a table under a green umbrella.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Ilexhurst, this vacation home is adjacent to Bradenton Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Manatee Public Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Anna Maria Sound - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬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, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!

3 bedroom, sleeps 8, private heated pool, steps to the beach


THE COTTAGE
Blue Turtle Cottage is an Anna Maria Island vacation rental less than a minute walk to the 7 mile sugar-white beach that Anna Maria Island is famous for. Wow! a beach that stretches as far as the eye can see!

INTERIOR
Inside you will find the cottage meets your every need. The kitchen has new granite counters, stainless steel appliances and has been newly outfitted with everything you need. The living room features a flat screen TV with expanded cable for your complete entertainment. Each tropically decorated bedroom is a private oasis with its own TV, new quality cushion top mattresses, and private closet.

EXTERIOR
Walk out the front door and you can hear and smell the ocean because it is only 2 houses to the beach! You will never need to miss a morning beach walk or a breathtaking sunset. This also makes it infinitely easier to go back and forth from the beach all day long when you are this close.

In the private, tropically landscaped backyard you'll find the sparkling blue pool with plenty of tropically colored chairs around it to lounge in. You won't always have to go out to eat, BBQ on your barbecue and eat al fresco at the outdoor dining table. There is also a refreshing outdoor shower to wash away the sand from the beach. You may have a hard time leaving to go anywhere else!

THE ISLAND
Anna Maria Island is known for its laid back, old Florida vibe. A perfect place to come and unwind in an unhurried atmosphere that allows you to decide whether you want to adventure or just relax - whatever your mood.
IF you do decide to leave your private oasis, there are plenty of other activities on the island. Anything from a leisurely bike ride to a fun game of mini-putt to a heart-pounding parasailing ride.
If you want a night off of cooking there are also many good restaurants right on the island. Some are beachfront, - what a treat!

OUR ADVANTAGE
We are always available to our guests for any query or local information and offer a superior personalized experience. We have tried to anticipate all your vacation needs so you can just focus on enjoying your time on Anna Maria Island. Don't worry about bringing beach towels/toys/chairs, we have provided them!

Important Info:
Maximum Occupancy: 6
Parking for 3-4 vehicles
Minimum stay requirement: 7 nights
VRC16-000390
Holmes Beach has a noise ordinance in place that prohibits loud sounds that disturb peaceful enjoyment for others. Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.

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  • Dryer
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (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: 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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A signed pet addendum and pet fee are required upo

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: ALLOWED

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Ilexhurst within a short 1-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Manatee Public Beach. You'll also find Coquina Beach and Cortez Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

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

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 Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a private pool, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Are there hot tubs at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

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

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

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

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 15.6 mi away (26 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 19.5 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

Yes, every house at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! comes with a patio.

Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, near the beach, trolley stops, & grocery shopping.

Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

t h.

Nice cottage

Sweet cottage. Convenient and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

Beautiful!

Love this place. Walk out the door and one minute walk to the beach! Everything is clean, we'll takin care of, and has all necessary items! Owner is wonderful to work with absolutely perfect place for our girls vacation!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Holly G.

The Blue Turtle Cottage is perfect!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Blue Turtle Cottage. The location is ideal... Just steps to the beach! The living area has plenty of room and the two king size beds were really nice. The outdoor shower is great for a quick rinse and the pool area is lovely. We hope to return to the return to the Blue Turtle Cottage next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Yes!

Pool is private and wonderful. Ocean is a block away. Quiet street and neighborhood. House has 3 bedrooms, washer/dryer, updated bathroom and kitchen. All in all it was ideal for us 6 adults and a toddler.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

First family

First off its brand new! We were super lucky to come across this on such short notice. Every sheet, blanket, pillow, cup, plate you name it, it's new! Nicely stocked and perfectly decorated! My children 8 & 3 loved the pool and looking at the shells on the property! The owner was super easy to deal with! Great experience. Will definitely come back and recommend.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth L.

Absolutely Amazing!!!

Couldn't have been happier!!! This is our first VRBO and vacation house rental- everything exceeded our expectations!!! The owner Michele was so kind and informative and the cottage was immaculate- everything is new! The decor is adorable and the beds are super comfy! The backyard with pool was wonderful and a great option to have with kids. The area in the back is fairly private and the neighborhood is quiet. The property is steps from the beach and close to a grocery and Wallgreens (always nice to have close on vaca!) Will definitely stay here again! Thank you for everything Michele! You are an awesome host!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a little slice heaven

Our stay at Turtle Cottage is hands down one of the best vacations we’ve ever had! The house was a perfect size for our family of 5 (kids ages 7, 3, and 1) kitchen equipped with everything we needed, pool felt so good after time on the beach, plenty of goodies in the outdoor shed like pool floats, beach toys and buckets, Tommy Bahama beach chairs, beach umbrella and a large wagon to haul everything plus our 3 kids! Plus, less than a minute walk to the beach for nightly sunsets! The Island is very family friendly, quiet in the evening as everything shuts down at 9pm (even the grocery store), short golf cart ride or walking distance to the shopping center that has an array of restaurants and stores, Publix isn’t much further from that, all very close! We only had a golf cart for means of transportation during our stay and we drove it all over AMI, very golf cart friendly there. Gorgeous clear water and white sand, we cannot wait to return! Michele was a dream to work with, very responsive and helpful. Such a lovely week spent at her home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Vacation Spot!

We had an amazing week at the Blue Turtle Cottage! It is very clean and well appointed. The location is great. It’s a Short 2-3 minute walk to the beach as well as the trolley stop. The backyard is a nice private retreat- our kids loved swimming in the pool! This was our first time to AMI and we enjoyed exploring the different areas! This home is centrally located…there are things to the north and south worth visiting. Michelle provided a pleasant booking experience as well. Thank you for a wonderful week with Zero issues!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michelle henry

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time at AMI

This precious little house was perfect for our first trip to Anna Maria! Kitchen is small but well appointed - only disappointment was no garbage disposal with kids that are used to one! The pool and all the furniture was great and the owner super responsive! A 2 minute walk to toes in the sand and she made sure we had enough beach chairs for everyone! Little shed had buckets, shovels, umbrella and boogie boards amoung other various beach necessities!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our first time on AMI

My family in the Blue Turtle Cottage over New Years and it was everything we hoped it would be. Clean, great location, and lots of pool/beach toys. The shower wasn't draining and Michele responded right away to my e-mail. Charles came to fix it and he was very nice and helpful. We had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Getaway from snow and cold

We loved our stay at Blue Turtle Cottage and hope to go back again! There were a few minor maintenance issues but I was always able to get ahold of the owner/ property manager who resolved them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

Relaxing Beach Vacation!

This was a great house to stay at if you want the beach and a pool of your own. Loved that the beach was less than a minute walk and that at the end of the day we could float in the pool (just our family!) Beach was also considerably less crowded than other areas on the island. Another plus to the location. Michele was a terrific host responding to our needs quickly! I have never had such an awesome host! Highly recommend the house and all that goes with it. Hope to be back in the near future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Great house, Michele was a pleasure to work with.

Property was clean, convenient, had everything we could ask for and was exactly as advertised. The owner was a pleasure to work with and the location was outstanding. Less than 3 minute walk to the beach. Neighborhood is quiet. Great experience all around. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Great Family Vacation!

We had a great family vacation once again. Super clean, great access to the beach, wonderful private pool! We will be coming back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

We loved Blue Turtle Cottage!!!

The location is perfect, the size of the house was great for our family of four but it easily could have accommodated six. We were steps from the beach and coming back to the warm pool was exactly the beach breaks we needed. I couldn’t be happier with Michele and her property. We will be back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Loved our stay at the blue turtle cottage!

Had a wonderful time. Cottage was so cute, clean, had everything we needed and so close to the beach and trolley stops. Loved the pool! Short walk to stores, ice cream and beach! Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sabasteanski k.

Perfect girl’s getaway

Blue Turtle Cottage was amazing! Had everything we needed and was cute and clean. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you Michelle for sharing your cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Caroline J.

Perfect place to stay on AMI!

My friends and I had the most wonderful, relaxing time at the Blue Turtle Cottage! So many memories! And Michele was responsive and very easy to communicate with. If only we could live here full time:)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Amazing vacation home

My sisters and I surprised my parents with this condo for their 40th Anniversary. The house fit 8 people comfortably. The beach was a very close walk and the pool was warm and very fun! The owner was very friendly and quick to respond to any questions I had. My family loved staying at the Blue Turtle and would like to stay again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

perfect beach vacation!

The cottage was perfect! It was clean, big enough to be comfortable for 6 adults and 2 children, and had everything we needed. The walk to the beach was 2 minutes! We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Everything was great including the location!

We had a great time at the beach this year and loved this house. We will be coming back next year! The beach was just around the corner from the house. The pool was perfect for relaxing but still big enough to play volleyball in. The area around the pool was very private and we ate all of our meals outside by the pool. Having a washer/dryer was really convenient, the washer messed up a couple of days after we arrived, but we had a new one by the next day! Everything was clean and worked great including the outside grill which we used several times. The only thing that would have made it any better would have been if we could have brought our dogs, then the whole family would have been there! I would definitely recommend this property if you are looking for something close to the beach and a great pool!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
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8/10 Good

Heather C.

The cottage was great and short walk to the beach.

We enjoyed staying in this cottage. We would get up every morning and go walk on the beach. After being at the beach all day we would come back and make dinner. Then go for a swim in the wonderful pool. One of the problems we had was ants. They were everywhere. There was any killer in the cabinet but it didn't seem to help. We had to keep everything in the refrigerator so the ants would not get to it. Also the wifi wouldn't work all the time.
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

LOVED IT!!!

Our stay was amazing. The cottage was so quaint and the perfect size for our family of 4. Our kids had a fantastic time walking back and forth to the beach and swimming in the pool. The proximity to the beach was so nice. We absolutely loved relaxing by the pool. We also enjoyed playing miniature golf, grabbing coffee at Dunkin Donuts, and having dinner at Mr. Bones, just a short walk behind the property. The food was absolutely wonderful. And, we had the best time taking a water tour with Captain Patsy where we saw a family of dolphins and a manatee and her calf up close, and searched for sea shells and sand dollars on a sandbar in the bay. This was our first real family vacation. The comfort of the cottage made everything perfect. Our kids are still taking about it. Loved it!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

Beach house with a great location and nice pool

Had an excellent vacation on Anna Maria Island at Blue Turtle Cottage. Great location really close to a beautiful beach. My kids loved the pool at the cottage and spent a large amount of their time in it. There are tons of restaurants nearby as well as a Publix, Walgreens, and CVS. This was our first time vacationing in this area but it won't be our last.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

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