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Luxury Retreat with Heated Pool & Retractable Glass Walls
Holiday home with private pool, near Bradenton Beach
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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Holmes Beach, FL
- Place, Bradenton Beach13 min walk
- Place, Island Players15 min walk
- Place, Bean Point Beach3 min drive
- Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Other Space 1
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Luxury Retreat with Heated Pool & Retractable Glass Walls
When Luxury Becomes Personal
Sapphire Serenity is different. The owners built this Holmes Beach home as their perfect island retreat—spending years designing every detail, installing prosumer appliances and resort amenities. This wasn't built for guests. It was built for them. Now available to discerning guests who appreciate uncompromising quality. Debuting December 2025 as a 2-bedroom, Bonus Room and 3-bathroom luxury home (2,181 sq ft). Monthly stays only.
Resort-Style Heated Pool with three cascading water walls.
The heated pool features stunning blue and white mosaic tile, dual cascading water walls, built-in loungers, and a sun shelf. Mature palm grove creates absolute privacy—towering palms and tropical foliage block all sightlines. You're in a residential neighborhood, but the yard feels like a private botanical garden.
Retractable Glass Walls: The Signature Feature
The entire glass wall separating the great room (26'2" x 17'7") from the pool area retracts completely. Open this glass wall and inside and outside become one flowing space. One side opens to the heated pool, the other reveals a covered patio with retractable awning and professional gas grill.
Inside: turquoise walls, white leather power recliners with USB charging, enormous TV, travertine-style tile flowing to the pool deck. The built-in wet bar features full-size refrigerator, freezer drawer, bar sink, and bar dishwasher—thoughtfulness that only happens when owners design for themselves.
The Chef's Kitchen
Professional-grade gas range delivers commercial-level performance. Prosumer appliances throughout. Pearl iridescent mosaic tile backsplash, dark granite countertops, curved island with electric blue LED under-lighting. Second galley-style prep area with beverage refrigerator. This kitchen was designed by people who cook, for people who cook.
Living & Dining Spaces
Formal living room features white leather seating, modern linear electric fireplace, and striking coffered ceiling with custom millwork. Soft aqua walls and geode-style artwork.
Formal dining room makes a bold statement with coral-salmon walls. Glass-top table with palm-leaf carved chairs seats 6-8. Turquoise hibiscus area rug and Tiffany-style pendant lighting.
Covered outdoor patio provides another entertaining zone—perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.
Primary Bedroom Suite
The primary suite occupies its own private wing. Bedroom (14'3" x 18'10") features coffered wood ceiling, turquoise walls, king bed, and distinctive turquoise glass lamps.
Ensuite bathroom: walk-in shower with travertine-style tile, dual showerheads, double-sink vanity with granite counters, modern fixtures, private water closet and TV. Hotel-quality finishes throughout.
Second Bedroom and Bonus Room
Second Bedroom: Queen bed, seafoam-mint walls, white furniture, mother-of-pearl shell lamps. Shares full bathroom with pedestal sink and shower-tub.
Third Bonus Room: This well-appointed flex space offers smart design with a built-in work area and a twin daybed with trundle for added sleeping versatility.
Dedicated laundry room with full-size washer/dryer on pedestals.
Holmes Beach Location Near White Avenue
Located at 231 85th Street in Holmes Beach. Closest beach access—White Avenue, approximately 17 houses away—is one of Anna Maria Island's best-kept secrets. Easy walk even with beach gear. Consistently peaceful regardless of season. Near Publix, seafood markets, restaurants, and shops. Free island trolley nearby. Mature tropical landscaping creates complete privacy.
Perfect For
Extended stay professionals and remote workers • Couples seeking romantic luxury • Small families or friend groups (up to 6) • Culinary enthusiasts • Design-conscious travelers • Privacy-seekers wanting resort amenities • Monthly snowbirds • Guests who understand exceptional properties deliver exceptional experiences
This isn't for bargain shoppers. This is for guests who recognize quality matters.
Essential Information
2BR/3BA, sleeps 6 (king, queen, trundle with 2 twins) • 2,181 sq ft single-level • Monthly stays only (30+ days) • 2 vehicles (driveway, no garage access) • Not pet-friendly • White Avenue beach access, easy walk • December 2025 debut
Key Features & Amenities
**Pool & Outdoor:** Heated pool, cascading water features, built-in loungers, blue/white mosaic tile, palm grove privacy, covered patio, retractable awning, gas grill, retractable glass walls
**Kitchen & Dining:** Professional gas range, prosumer appliances, stainless refrigerator, dual prep areas, beverage fridge, two-tone designer cabinetry, pearl mosaic backsplash, LED-lit island, formal dining for 6.
**Entertainment:** Built-in wet bar (bar dishwasher/fridge/freezer), multiple TVs, electric fireplace, WiFi
**Bedrooms & Baths:** Primary suite with spa-style walk-in shower and dual vanity, 3 full bathrooms, hotel-quality linens
**Additional:** Central AC/heat, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, washer/dryer, custom coffered ceilings, designer furnishings
Why Choose Sapphire Serenity
This is the owner's dream home, not a rental investment. Every decision prioritized quality over economics. Retractable glass walls, professional kitchen equipment, spa bathrooms, custom ceilings, heated pool with water features—all reflect personal standards.
Monthly rentals ensure guests who appreciate exceptional properties. Extended stays mean moving beyond tourist mode into actual island living—favorite restaurants, local relationships, peaceful beach routines.
The price reflects the quality. Exclusive use of a 2,181-square-foot luxury home, private heated pool, chef kitchen, multiple entertainment zones, absolute privacy. No resort fees. No shared facilities. Just your home, your pool, your vacation.
For guests who understand the difference between cost and value, Sapphire Serenity is exactly what you've been seeking: a vacation rental that doesn't feel like a rental.
**Professionally managed by Island Vacation Properties—25 years of Anna Maria Island expertise.**
Sapphire Serenity is different. The owners built this Holmes Beach home as their perfect island retreat—spending years designing every detail, installing prosumer appliances and resort amenities. This wasn't built for guests. It was built for them. Now available to discerning guests who appreciate uncompromising quality. Debuting December 2025 as a 2-bedroom, Bonus Room and 3-bathroom luxury home (2,181 sq ft). Monthly stays only.
Resort-Style Heated Pool with three cascading water walls.
The heated pool features stunning blue and white mosaic tile, dual cascading water walls, built-in loungers, and a sun shelf. Mature palm grove creates absolute privacy—towering palms and tropical foliage block all sightlines. You're in a residential neighborhood, but the yard feels like a private botanical garden.
Retractable Glass Walls: The Signature Feature
The entire glass wall separating the great room (26'2" x 17'7") from the pool area retracts completely. Open this glass wall and inside and outside become one flowing space. One side opens to the heated pool, the other reveals a covered patio with retractable awning and professional gas grill.
Inside: turquoise walls, white leather power recliners with USB charging, enormous TV, travertine-style tile flowing to the pool deck. The built-in wet bar features full-size refrigerator, freezer drawer, bar sink, and bar dishwasher—thoughtfulness that only happens when owners design for themselves.
The Chef's Kitchen
Professional-grade gas range delivers commercial-level performance. Prosumer appliances throughout. Pearl iridescent mosaic tile backsplash, dark granite countertops, curved island with electric blue LED under-lighting. Second galley-style prep area with beverage refrigerator. This kitchen was designed by people who cook, for people who cook.
Living & Dining Spaces
Formal living room features white leather seating, modern linear electric fireplace, and striking coffered ceiling with custom millwork. Soft aqua walls and geode-style artwork.
Formal dining room makes a bold statement with coral-salmon walls. Glass-top table with palm-leaf carved chairs seats 6-8. Turquoise hibiscus area rug and Tiffany-style pendant lighting.
Covered outdoor patio provides another entertaining zone—perfect for morning coffee or evening cocktails.
Primary Bedroom Suite
The primary suite occupies its own private wing. Bedroom (14'3" x 18'10") features coffered wood ceiling, turquoise walls, king bed, and distinctive turquoise glass lamps.
Ensuite bathroom: walk-in shower with travertine-style tile, dual showerheads, double-sink vanity with granite counters, modern fixtures, private water closet and TV. Hotel-quality finishes throughout.
Second Bedroom and Bonus Room
Second Bedroom: Queen bed, seafoam-mint walls, white furniture, mother-of-pearl shell lamps. Shares full bathroom with pedestal sink and shower-tub.
Third Bonus Room: This well-appointed flex space offers smart design with a built-in work area and a twin daybed with trundle for added sleeping versatility.
Dedicated laundry room with full-size washer/dryer on pedestals.
Holmes Beach Location Near White Avenue
Located at 231 85th Street in Holmes Beach. Closest beach access—White Avenue, approximately 17 houses away—is one of Anna Maria Island's best-kept secrets. Easy walk even with beach gear. Consistently peaceful regardless of season. Near Publix, seafood markets, restaurants, and shops. Free island trolley nearby. Mature tropical landscaping creates complete privacy.
Perfect For
Extended stay professionals and remote workers • Couples seeking romantic luxury • Small families or friend groups (up to 6) • Culinary enthusiasts • Design-conscious travelers • Privacy-seekers wanting resort amenities • Monthly snowbirds • Guests who understand exceptional properties deliver exceptional experiences
This isn't for bargain shoppers. This is for guests who recognize quality matters.
Essential Information
2BR/3BA, sleeps 6 (king, queen, trundle with 2 twins) • 2,181 sq ft single-level • Monthly stays only (30+ days) • 2 vehicles (driveway, no garage access) • Not pet-friendly • White Avenue beach access, easy walk • December 2025 debut
Key Features & Amenities
**Pool & Outdoor:** Heated pool, cascading water features, built-in loungers, blue/white mosaic tile, palm grove privacy, covered patio, retractable awning, gas grill, retractable glass walls
**Kitchen & Dining:** Professional gas range, prosumer appliances, stainless refrigerator, dual prep areas, beverage fridge, two-tone designer cabinetry, pearl mosaic backsplash, LED-lit island, formal dining for 6.
**Entertainment:** Built-in wet bar (bar dishwasher/fridge/freezer), multiple TVs, electric fireplace, WiFi
**Bedrooms & Baths:** Primary suite with spa-style walk-in shower and dual vanity, 3 full bathrooms, hotel-quality linens
**Additional:** Central AC/heat, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, washer/dryer, custom coffered ceilings, designer furnishings
Why Choose Sapphire Serenity
This is the owner's dream home, not a rental investment. Every decision prioritized quality over economics. Retractable glass walls, professional kitchen equipment, spa bathrooms, custom ceilings, heated pool with water features—all reflect personal standards.
Monthly rentals ensure guests who appreciate exceptional properties. Extended stays mean moving beyond tourist mode into actual island living—favorite restaurants, local relationships, peaceful beach routines.
The price reflects the quality. Exclusive use of a 2,181-square-foot luxury home, private heated pool, chef kitchen, multiple entertainment zones, absolute privacy. No resort fees. No shared facilities. Just your home, your pool, your vacation.
For guests who understand the difference between cost and value, Sapphire Serenity is exactly what you've been seeking: a vacation rental that doesn't feel like a rental.
**Professionally managed by Island Vacation Properties—25 years of Anna Maria Island expertise.**
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Amenities
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Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Island Players - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Anna Maria City Pier - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Bean Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Ugly Grouper - 4 min drive
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 7 min drive
- The Sandbar Restaurant - 20 min walk
- The Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Skinny's Place - 7 min drive
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Hosted by Ann Caron-Island Vacation Properties
Languages:
English
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