This vacation home places you next to Island Gallery West and within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 16 min walk
Two Scoops - 7 min drive
Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 6 min drive
The Waterfront Restaurant - 5 min drive
Skinny's Place - 2 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.
Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide
At A Glance
Short walk to the beach Rooftop deck with Gulf and Bay views Private heated pool with spa, water slide, and swim-up tiki table Walking distance to island shops and restaurants Beach chairs, umbrellas, toys, and two wagons available 40” HD TV in each bedroom, 65” TV in the living room Two sets of washers and dryers Part of our Professional Linen Program
Overview
Summer House 211 54th St. Holmes Beach, FL 34217 VRC16-000301
Welcome to your new favorite place to stay at the beach! Summer House is a stunning eight-bedroom, six-bathroom home that truly has it all. Take advantage of your own heated pool, a rooftop deck, and a great location near the beach. Just as the name says, you will feel like it’s summer in paradise all year round.
Step inside and allow yourself to be wowed by 3,400 square feet of space. This large home can accommodate as many as 20 guests. Special touches include hardwood flooring and cheerful nautical decor throughout. Since this home is designed for large groups, it has a washer and dryer on the main and upper levels to help your clothes and beach towels stay fresh and clean. The gourmet kitchen comes fully equipped with rich, dark hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. There are also five different balconies for you to sit out and enjoy the cool island breeze. One of the most unique features of this home is the arcade-style video game complete with Pac-Man, Galaga, and 50 other classics. Summer House also has two Xbox 360 consoles located on the top floor den.
Outside, plenty of opportunities for fun under the sun await! Go for a dip in the private heated pool, outfitted with a spa, swim-up tiki table, and a water slide. The poolside lanai has its own bar and 42” flat-screen TV and games including ping pong and foosball. If you’d rather spend the day at teh beach, take the short walk from Summer House down to the beautiful white sand Gulf beach. Restuarants, shops, entertainment, and so much more are just a short walk away as well. Come enjoy your next vacation in style at Summer House! Book today to get started.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 20):
Primary Bedroom: King Second Bedroom: King Third Bedroom: King Fourth Bedroom: King Fifth Bedroom: King Sixth Bedroom: King Seventh Bedroom: Twin/Full Bunk Eighth Bedroom: Two Twin/Twin Bunks
This property participates in our Professional Linen Program. Beach House Real Estate continuous effort to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, we are proud to offer a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you with high-quality linens; including bedding, bath towels, washcloths, and beach towels that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. These high-quality linens are washed in a commercial setting using the latest and best technology.
Exterior
Our pools are heated from NOVEMBER through APRIL and heating is not available from May through October. Pools are heated to a temperature of 82 degrees. Please note that outdoor spas are not hot tubs and will remain the same temperature as the pool. If you are renting from November-April please notify us 10 days prior to your arrival that you would like the pool heated. Pool pumps will shut down automatically if the pool temperature reaches the 70s due to colder weather and will automatically re-engage as temperatures rise. Reheating to 82 degrees after cold weather can take several days based on the severity of the cold spell. Due to Anna Maria Island’s strict noise ordinance pool pumps will not run overnight.
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. This property requires a 7 night stay as set forth by Holmes Beach’s Land Development Code. Occupancy may not exceed 20.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 8 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.
Property manager
Beach House Real Estate
Languages
English
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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)
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,033 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Safety features at this property include 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 deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
26
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Holmes Beach and just steps from Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. 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 next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
Is Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide good for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a private pool and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring beach views.
Are there hot tubs at Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide?
Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will 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, there aren't connecting rooms 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 17.4 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted), which is around 18.5 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide?
Yes, every accommodation at Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide comes with a balcony with some featuring beach views.
Summer House-Rooftop, short walk to the beach, private pool/spa and water slide Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brent H.
Jul 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Home!
This house was perfect for our group of three families. The beach access is just right across the road and the pool was perfect for relaxing when we needed to take a break from the sun. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our meals for our group of 14. Our only complaint was that the pool slide appeared to have been painted recently with a slip resistant paint. It felt like sliding down sand paper and the boys that tried to slide down it managed to tear holes in their swim shorts.
Brent H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Brenda M.
Jul 1, 2025
Holmes Beach Beach House
Location was great and the house size was perfect for our large group. We were able to walk to the beach and local restaurants very easily. Ice Cream shop was visited everyday! Beach access was good and we found the beach not overly crowded. The common rooms were well sized and the family never felt crowded. We did have a few issues however.Found dirty dishes and pots an pans in cabinets. Pool filter did not seem to be working well and the pool was cloudy and seem dirty by the end of our stay. Additionally the pool slide looked fun, however was not really usable as it is made from cement and the surface was very rough and no one could slide down it, even the little kids. Bathing suit ended up getting torn and bottoms scraped up. We also had issues with the washing machine not working. Called management team and they did have someone out right away to fix. The sleeping arrangement were very well suited for our group, however, the bunk beds were uncomfortable as the mattresses were very thin.Even the kids complained that the beds were very hard and not easy to sleep in.
Brenda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine K., Edgewood, ky.
Apr 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Week at the beach.
Loved the property. Plenty of towels. Plan your showers for water pressure. Plenty of dishes and cookware. Needs a broom. Overall 5 star.
Christine K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emmakate Y.
Nov 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving 2024
Family gathering at the beach with a grandmother, 4 grown children, 3 spouses, and 7 grandchildren. The house had good space for all. Easy access to beach and the pool with slide and waterfall, ping pong, foosball, and pool table kept all occupied. Property managers accessible and helpful.Lumber yard next door but with all the fun we were having it didn’t bother us. Great family spot!
Emmakate Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Elisha B.
Sep 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great week
We had a great time we were celebrating a 50th birthday. The slide was awesome but faster than we thought. We had a great view on the rooftop area and it was a lot bigger than we thought. The neighborhood was great a lot of restaurants, bars, and shops! We didn’t expect to be next to a lumber yard though and it was a problem for those of us with allergies and asthma. Overall it was a great vacation and great celebration.
Elisha B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Matt L.
Jul 23, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, good location.
The house worked out perfectly for our family. It was located in a very convenient area to local restaurants and the beach. The only issue was the lumber yard right next door. The daily trucks were a bit loud and the back up alarms on their forklifts woke some of us up earlier than we wanted. Not terrible just be aware that it is there. I had to contact the host for a couple of things and they were addressed very quickly.
The biggest complaint would have to be the lack of kitchen utensils. The wasn't a cutting board or a basting brush which we needed for food prep and grilling. The "sharp" knives were very dull also. Also no lighter for the grill so we had to go buy one. Another thing to be aware of is that the ice maker is terrible and only hold enough ice for a couple of drinks. There was a second fridge in the garage which was good since we had to buy a ton of ice for our large group.
The foos ball table was broken but, nobody cared. The ping pong paddles and balls were old and beat up so we bought some new ones. The pool table was good though.
Overall I give this property 5 Stars because no rental property is going to be perfect and this place was very comfortable. The AC units kept the house nice and cold which was really great. My brother rented another house on the island at the same time and the owners wouldn't let them turn it down below 74!!!! It was uncomfortable in their house the whole time.
We would definitely stay here again in the future.
Matt L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne L.
Jul 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Family Time at Holmes Beach
Our week at this Holmes Beach location was thoroughly enjoyable! We had the space we needed to be comfortable! Restaurants were close to us (walkable distance ), the beach was a 5 minute walk, the house was decently equipped.
I emailed a few issues to the management team midway thru our stay and they were highly responsive - they sent the person who takes care of this property out immediately. A few things could be refreshed (ping pong table equipment, some cookware) but overall this did not detract from our stay. The pool was a major hit! We would definitely stay in this area again!
Jeanne L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan T.
Jun 1, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
10/10
Excellent location to get to the beach. House had everything you needed, especially enough beach towels for a big family! Had a couple of issues and maintenance was there immediately to take care of. Highly recommend!
Susan T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Teresa D.
Apr 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Anna maria
Pool and slide could use some repair. Laundry room door broke and was supposed to be fixed but wasn’t,
Teresa D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lynn C.
Apr 3, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible property!
We loved this house! It was clean, well equipped, convenient and well located! We had 10 adults, 2 children and 4 babies. And we had plenty of room - the common area with kitchen dining and family area was perfect. The pool is beyond great- areas for the babies, slide and water fall and hot tub were all clean and ran well. Everyone loved the pool! The house is located 5 minute walk to the beach, coffee, breakfast places, dining and ice cream shops. We absolutely loved our stay and would return and highly recommend. The property was managed by Beach House rentals and they were extremely responsive through the entire rental process. Our only concerns were that the house had 2 trash bags, one roll of paper towels and one roll of toilet paper per bathroom. We felt that they should provide more or at least we should have known so we
Could bring
More. Also the house is next door to a lumber yard that is very busy early in the morning. It really didn’t bother us but there were trucks in front of the house by 7 am. Aside from those two things, the house was perfect and as I said we would return without a doubt. It is a beautiful place!
Lynn C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carl and Fan S.
Mar 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large groups
We are in extended family of 19 people, ranging in age from infants to grandparents. This house worked very well for us in this season of life, allowing for enough bedrooms, as well as shared space for all of us. The pool is perfect! Shade for the babies, sun for the kids, hot tub for the older folks. The water slide was a hit for the youngsters! The only thing that created a bit of challenge was the fact that the house sets directly beside a lumber yard, and understandably, there were trucks coming and going all day long. Other than that, it’s a great location with close proximity to all the local places: ice cream shop, coffee shop, workout gym, kids playground, surf shop, the beach, just about anything we could possibly have wanted!
Carl and Fan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leah B.
Jul 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property and Location
We spent the week at this home. The large house and the location were excellent for our friends and family. The backyard pool with slide were the highlight of our trip. This was an excellent property and I would highly recommend to anyone with a large group.
Leah B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peggy W.
Jun 19, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property, great location
The house was perfect for our group of 14. We were all adults and one 14 yr. old. We loved the pool and slide. The location is perfect! Walking distance to shops and restaurants and beach is only about 1.5 blocks away. We needed more forks, as there were only 10 for some reason and they brought some over right away. Kitchen had everything we needed, and then some! My only suggestion is a couple throw blankets for movie watching and maybe a privacy fence on the back of the property behind the pool. There is a gap in the plants there and the business behind can look in. Would definitely reccomend for a large group. We loved it! Beautiful. ❤
Peggy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam R.
Apr 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place
The house and property were particularly suited for our family of six children and 10 adults. There were plenty of bedrooms for everyone and the big living room kitchen dining room space worked out perfectly for meals and fun times together. The pool with slide and Jacuzzi were highlights for all, especially the kids.
Pam R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
6/10 Okay
debra s.
Jan 26, 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness
initial problems
difficulties with management company initially, over pool issues that were corrected
issues with cleanliness
great location
good sized space for our family
debra s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Travis K.
Jan 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice
Lots of deferred Maintenance as things were broken and falling apart. But, overall nice location and decent price.
Travis K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jenae B.
Jan 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Big Family Vacay
My family loved this property and kept saying how amazing the house and property was! Thank you for such an amazing week! Everything was perfect 🥰
Jenae B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stefanie L.
Jan 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This home was perfect for our family to making life long memories! The house was clean and as advertised.
Upon arrival the master shower required servicing. Owners were responsive and issue was fixed quickly.
We also rented a golf cart. Great option to drive to and from the beach, shops, etc
Highly recommend!
Stefanie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Lisa C.
Dec 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas 2022
The home was plenty big enough for our family of 13. We were pleased with the home, cleanliness and the different entertainment activities at house because the weather didn’t always allow us to go to beach. There were just a few things that needed repair which I left a note for them to address. Thank you for a home to make a wonderful family Christmas memory!
Lisa C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Todd C.
Nov 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Walk to Beach
We stayed here over Thanksgiving week. It is a short walk to the beach - though you do cross one street that has a little bit of traffic on it. (Though there is a lot of construction in the area and the "main" street is closed presently - - so that could account for extra traffic on that road.) Beach is nice in this area as it is far from a public parking lot - so not nearly as crowded as near the public lots.
We had 3 families with kids here - and everyone was comfortable. Kids enjoyed the pool and outside game area - adults hung out on the main floor. We moved the arcade game (on wheels) into a bedroom as it doesn't have a volume control. Noise problem solved and everyone happier. I wouldn't do toddlers here as lots of stairs - our youngest in the group was 8, oldest 15.
Very short walk to a some restaurants and a shopping area - as well as a playground / park about a 10 minute walk away.
The touristy part of the island is farther north - this is closer to the main island entrance (CVS/grocery store, etc).
Adequate kitchen utensils and pots/pans. Property definitely gets used - owner was re-covering some barstools that had seen their share of kitchen use the week we were there. Basic beach supplies (chairs, beach cart, etc) in the garage - so that was a nice extra.
Todd C.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
John H., Maryville, IL
Nov 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, bedroom set up, perfect for large groups
We really enjoyed Summer House. The property surprisingly fit our blended family trip of 16 people very comfortably. The house is fairly well equipped with your daily needs and was reasonably clean. The location has a lot of pros, including VERY close proximity to downtown Holmes, so it is walkable to all the great shops and local establishments. As such it also nestled between Bradenton and Anna Maria, so you can get south and north quickly. It's only a few minute walk to the beach as well. The only con of the location is the lumber yard next door. Noise wasn't an issue at all, but there are construction trucks frequently next to the property or in front of and sometimes blocking the driveway but it didn't bother us. The absolute best part of this property that I doubt any others can match was the pool. The kids had such a great time with the grotto, slide and hot tub. We spent a great majority of our time out there and wouldn't have had it any other way. Lastly, there was a great center piece for entertainment when indoors, which was the arcade machine. Many hours were spent having fun and competing on the old legacy games like Frogger. We would absolutely stay here again and hope this review helps others make the choice to as well.
John H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
6/10 Okay
Susan M.
Oct 30, 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness
Friends vacation
We had a great time despite broken chairs around pool. Blender was broke and the floors were filthy. I mean walk 10 steps and your feet were black as dirt. Location was great. The refrigerators spelled like fish and made our food smell. Looks like owner does not put any money into this house to replace things. Ice maker not working. Carpets and furniture were stained. Advice to owner no cloth bar stools disgusting.
Susan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nicole M.
Oct 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
House was exactly as listed. Lots of beach toys for the kids. The pool was great. Had a wonderful vacation