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A backyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dining area with a wooden table set for two, and a view of palm trees through a large window.
A wooden deck with white railings and two white Adirondack chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with houses, roads, and a beach.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a white stove, and a blue trash bin.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Bradenton Beach is within a 5-minute walk of this vacation home while other popular sites like Manatee Public Beach are within a mile (2 km). The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 3 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

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 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.

AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

AMI Sand Dollar by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
6403 B Holmes Blvd, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! 2 Blocks to the Beach!
1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom
1 King, Sleeper Sofa
Private Heated Pool with Pool Loungers & Adirondack Chairs
Outdoor Shower
Poolside Covered Bar & Lounge Area with TV & Patio Dining
Gas Grill
Ping Pong Table, Giant Connect 4, Ring Toss
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer
Complimentary WIFI
Dog Friendly - with pet fee - see info below
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Wagon
Parking for 3 Cars

Details:
AMI Sand Dollar is a spacious one-bedroom private pool home located two blocks from the sparkling clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

The bright kitchen overlooks a dining room with seating for four and additional stools at the island. The living area is a comfortable spot for the family to gather.

The bedroom features a King Bed with balcony access which overlooks the pool. A sofa sleeper in the living room provides accommodation for extra guests. Crisp linens and plush towels are provided by our professional linen service. Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a washer and dryer.

The private heated pool highlights the backyard. Relax in a pool lounger and enjoy the island breezes of paradise. An outdoor shower allows you to rinse the sand from your suit before entering the pool. The covered poolside patio area features a TV and bar. Guests will enjoy the giant Connect 4 Game, Cornhole, Ring Toss and Ping Pong Table.

AMI Sand Dollar is one half of a duplex. Each side has its own driveway, entrance, grill, and private pool area. If you have a larger group, check out AMI Starfish to book both sides for your group.

AMI Sand Dollar is a dog friendly home! If you have added a pet to your reservation under the number of pets, the fee of $150 per dog plus tax has been added to your reservation total. Please note, there is a 2-dog limit

AMI Sand Dollar is easy walking distance to the free island trolley, which travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches. The perfect location for your next beach vacation!

Bedroom 1 - King Bed, Balcony, TV - Floor 2
Living Room - Sofa Sleeper

Please note:
Amenities are subject to change.
Driveway parking is available for a maximum of 3 cars. Parking for additional vehicles is not available.
This home is part of a duplex, but you'll have your own private entrance, driveway, and yard. The only thing you might share with the neighboring unit is a wall—everything else is completely separate for your comfort and privacy.

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 minimum requirement for this home is no less than seven nights. The maximum occupancy is four.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washer/dryer, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 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

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 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, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

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Dog Friendly with Private Pool - 2 Blocks to Beach Holmes Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach, a short 4-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and also 20 minutes on foot from Holmes Beach Beaches. You'll also find Manatee Public Beach and Bean Point Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

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.

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 AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals a good place to stay for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

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

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 AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ), which is 18.5 mi away (30 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Yes, every house at AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals comes with a patio.

AMI Sand Dollar: Dog Friendly, Private Pool, 2 Blocks to Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis W R.

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

Wonderful place

Love the location and surrounded area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Relaxing

2nd time at this property which was great
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Week stay

It was a nice stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dushica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this property! It was perfect in every way—clean, spacious, and with all the amenities we needed for a comfortable and relaxing getaway. The location was ideal. Our family loved every moment, and we’re already looking forward to our next visit. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Excellent Stay

Upon arrival the check in and communication was easy. The place was super clean and perfect stay for my husband and I for the week. We usually come 1-2 times a year and have stayed many places and this was one of the better we have stayed at.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Will be back again

I love staying at the sand dollar! This is my second stay and I plan to be back. The location is perfect. Having access to beach supplies is so nice too. Able to walk to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

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

Beautiful

Great property. Would like to return for another vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Wonderful house and location

Great time, could use a new stove. Excellent I’ve already booked for next year for two weeks!!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great vacation!

My daughter and son in law rented the other side of this duplex so we had the entire place. It was such a wonderful vacation and the accumulations were excellent! The location was so close to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane L.

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

Perfect!!

This was a beautiful property, clean, neat, simply decorated and had everything to meet our needs, the neighborhood was quiet and having our own private pool was just amazing, we’ll be back!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALINA P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

AMAZING HOLIDAYS

- THE HOUSE VERY COMFORTABLE, SPACIOUS AND BEAUTIFUL. ITS INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS WELL DESIGNED AND COMFORTABLE. - VERY WELL LOCATED AND WITH SUFFICIENT PARKING. - VERY QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD. - ITS BEAUTIFUL BEACHES IN A VERY BEAUTIFUL AND PLEASANT CITY.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weather, 2 blocks from the beach. Called the host when our TV went out and had a new one in 3 hours and after they called to check if everything went well.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Perfection

The location in a quiet neighbourhood and one block to the beach !!! Our private heated salt water pool was perfect for late night swims!! Will definitely be back🌴
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea D.

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

Great place on Anna Maria Island!

We enjoyed our stay at this house and especially the pool. There were some snafus with the A/C but we were eventually able to resolve them.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Island Fortress

No reason to leave this sanctuary. Is there a pair of…scissors, knife for, baking dish…how about…? Answer: YES. And what? A T.V. I can watch from the private heated pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tricia S.

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

Wonderful Vacation in AMI

The property was very nice and well kept. The house was exactly as showed, and we enjoyed our time there. The location is great, and the pool was nice and warm! Our only issue was the comfort of the mattress. It was not that comfortable. It felt as if it dipped in the middle. It would receive 5 stars if the mattress was replaced.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

JW M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very dated. But the main disappointments for us was the cleanliness. When we arrived we found sand all in the bed, we contacted the property manager and they made it right. The pool wasn’t clean, the other issue was the shower had mold in it. Overall experience with the property manager was good, but the house definitely needs some attention.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kandis O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great Vacation Rental

The location was great for the price. We rented it becasue of the privacy it provided and only 2 blocks from the beach. They have everything you need to enjoy the private saltwater pool or the beach. A wagon, sand toys for the kids, beach umbrella, cooler, floaties and chairs!! The property was very nice and clean. It has 1 king bed and a fold out couch. We also enjoyed having the TV outside in the covered area. Managment answered our phone calls right away if we had any questions. We definately plan to come back soon!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Loved AMI and our vacation stay at AMI Sand Dollar B!

This was our first time in AMI and we loved everything about it, including our stay at Sand Dollar B. The home was perfect for us and is perfectly situated, a minute walk to beautiful beaches, a 10-minute walk to restaurants and shops and easy access to everything else you could want or need. The home was relaxing, clean and had everything we needed for a wonderful week. This is a great home for singles, couples and families, too. The pool is sparkling, the living/entertaining spaces inside and out are comfortable and plentiful and the kitchen had everything we needed. In addition, the service we received from the Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals team was outstanding and we truly appreciated the quick responses to every question and all they did to make our stay even better! All around a great place to stay. Thank you, we'll be back!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara M.

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

Vacation

The property was very nice and clean. Close to the beach and various restaurants. Our only complaint is the WIFI wasn't working. We called just about every day from Saturday and it finally got fixed on Wednesday. We couldn't work on our laptops or watch tv for long as it would spin and go out. The one guy who came to check it said it was that we brought our own modem. Have no idea why he thought that.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Georgia G.

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

Jim candy

We enjoyed the property very much. Had a wonderful, relaxing time.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michelle Z.

Another great trip to AMI

4.5 stars. Second time renting with Anna Maria Life - they do a great job, really like the rental company. We also really love Anna Maria Island have been several times and it feels like a second home. This duplex is wonderful! Prefect for our family of 4 and our dog. Unit was sparkling clean except bathroom - time for a new shower curtain and deep clean - everything else was perfectly clean. Loved the private pool, loved the outdoor seating area (tv would take this to the next level of outdoor entertainment) but it is still the perfect area to break from the sun. I hate to even critique this place because it really was perfect so take any suggestions here as just that from a seasoned vacationer. Had an amazing 2 weeks stay - since we did stay longer than a week having a laundry basket would have been nice, having a couple extra pillows on king bed would have been good. Would definitely book this same place again. It was close enough to beach, shops and restaurants to walk to whatever you needed. Thanks owners for a great place!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LAURA A.

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

Memorable!

We absolutely loved staying at this beautiful property. The pool was wonderful after a day at the beach. The beach is such a close walk or a 1 minute bike ride. The bedrooms were perfect for our family of 4. The owners are so thoughtful to have a cart and chairs for the beach. We absolutely cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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