Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand
Sailfish Gulf Suites is a Gulf front, Old Florida style ground level accommodation which guarantees your most memorable beach vacation!
Sailfish Gulf Suites is comprised of 4 separate suites. Suite 2 has direct views of the Gulf of Mexico and is just a few steps to the beach.
It features 1 bedroom with king size bed, a sleeper sofa with a queen bed, and 1 tub/shower and is approximately 700 square feet. This suite accommodates up to 4 persons.
Immediately through your sliding glass door, there is a large, shared patio area with tables, chairs, umbrellas, and a gas/charcoal grills. From there, you can enjoy wonderful island breezes, views of the dunes, and the beautiful turquoise water. Enjoy your morning coffee on the patio while the dolphins swim along the shoreline or enjoy a glass of wine while watching the most amazing sunsets. There are outdoor showers on either side of the complex for rinsing off your sandy feet and a shared laundry room on site.
A host of amenities are just a short walk away including shopping, restaurants, and a full service grocery store. The nearby Manatee Public beach offers a lifeguard tower, onsite concessions, showers, playground, and volleyball courts. Hop on the free Anna Maria Trolley to explore the island on your own.
Sailfish Gulf Suites has the perfect vintage feel of an Old Florida retreat with all the modern amenities. Stay with us and make memories that will last a lifetime! One parking space per unit
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Guest are required to sign the Sailfish Gulf Suites Rental Agreement. Security Deposit hold of $300.00 is required.
Please be respectful of all neighbors and of the quiet hours, which are 10pm to 8am.
No Smoking. No Pets. Violation may results in loss of security deposit.
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Property # 2153466vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 4 min walk
The Ugly Grouper - 3 min drive
Wicked Cantina - 4 min drive
Smoqehouse - 3 min drive
The Kokonut Hut - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand?
As of 31 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand on 1 Aug 2026 start from AU$468, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sailfish Gulf Suites #2, Beachfront, Steps to the Sand located?
Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Manatee Public Beach and AMI Paddleboard Adventures. Anna Maria Sound and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Sailfish was perfect for beach vacation. Literally the beach comes right to your patio. Accommodations were perfect. Even beach chairs and umbrellas were on the new side, in great condition. Highly recommend.
Terrific location, very clean and bright unit. Directly on the beautiful beach
Gary R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cat D.
1 Feb 2026
Wonderful Stay
We had a great stay at the Sailfish Suites! Owners were very accommodating and helpful. We split our stay between the gulf front and garden suites. We appreciated the amenities to include Keurig, stocked kitchen, charcoal grill and beach chairs/umbrellas. Enjoyed local food and grilling seafood from Capt Anthony’s.
Cat D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Susan M.
29 Mar 2026
A unique gem in paradise!
Holmes Beach is literally right out the front door of this lovely spot. The view of the beach and sunset is totally open yet there are tall Australian Pines and Cabbage Palms that flank the property that provide shady areas for sitting or eating lunch outside throughout the day.
The interior is tastefully decorated and all the amenities you need for a laid back beach vacation are provided including a gas and charcoal grill. The artwork consists of 1930’s vintage Florida scenic postcards that have been blown up to poster size that really add to the relaxed feel of the place.
We could not have asked for a better spot to stay on Anna Marie island. Five stars all around!
Susan M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patricia C.
16 Nov 2025
Peaceful and Relaxing with a Great View !!
Sailfish is a wonderful retreat spot. We enjoy the views and walks on the beach. Sunsets are fabulous from this little patch of paradise. The unit has just enough comforts of home to be cozy and comfortable. We are happy to have made this an annual destination.
Patricia C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa E.
6 May 2025
Absolutely perfect pkace
We loved everything about staying here. Super comfy bed and pillows, beautifully decorated for a wonderful beach front stay! Highly recommend!
Lisa E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennefer G.
19 Dec 2023
Another great stay!
A nice, well looked after property.
Jennefer G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carl F.
20 Oct 2025
Steps away from the sea.
Beachfront peaceful property. Ideal for a quick dip in the sea, then head back for breakfast. Outside shower to remove sand is a thoughtful item.
Inside has everything you need for a comfortable stay. We stayed for 2 weeks of rest and relaxation following a tour of National Parks and cities.
We found it special to watch the dolphins on several occasions. The many sea birds were also captivating to watch. We enjoyed our stay- Thank you.
Wonderful location, right on the beach. Very clean and updated. Tamie was a pleasure to deal with. Would highly recommend to all.
Robert M.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Christine J.
28 Feb 2024
Beachside paradise
If you want a steps-to-the-sand and relaxing vacation, this gem offers Old Florida charm in updated comfort.
Christine J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R.
30 Apr 2025
Island Paradise!
This is a gem of a property right on the sand! We loved everything about our stay... the location, the comfort and cleanliness of the unit and the property, the communication with Tammy. Everything was perfect, and we would highly recommend this place! We hope to return again.
Great host, very responsive. Excellent location - on the beach and close to Manatee Beach and amenities including the trolley stop.
We loved our stay and hope to return.
Jeff A.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Connie R.
27 May 2024
Best Place to Stay!
We have now stayed in this suite for two times, two weeks each stay. We love the location on the island, love the beachfront view, and love that it's small with only 4 suites, and usually only adults only as neighbors. The suite is modern and clean. We will be back on our next trip!
Connie R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary R.
5 June 2024
Another Fantastic Vacation
This is our 3rd year at the Sailfish and we will be back next year! The suite is clean and comfortable. What a location!!! You are literally on the beach. We love the Sailfish and the wonderful memories made each year.
Mary R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Philip H.
15 Apr 2025
Simply Wonderful
We stayed for two weeks at Suite 2 and were delighted from the moment we arrived.
The accommodation is light and airy, with unparalleled views of the beach and Gulf.
The cottage contains everything you need for a great stay – plenty of utensils, and a generous welcome pack to get you started (even when arriving late in the evening, as we did). There are all the loungers and beach chairs you could want, plus ample shade if the sun becomes too much.
In short, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
This sweet little beachfront cottage couldn't have been more perfect for the two of us! Wonderful location, quiet neighborhood, sparkling clean, amazing sunsets, comfy beds, fabulous decor, communicative and responsive host, direct gulf front views that make you wish this home was your own. Seriously, does it get any better than this? As we pulled out of the driveway on check-out day, we were checking out the availability calendar for a future visit! That says it all.
Loved loved Sailfish… Tammi property manager was wonderful and helpful , especially helping navigate TV setup… at 71 I’m just lost when it comes to these TECH things … def will come back … only thing I fall asleep to TV and none in bedroom…other than that if u want to be on the beach 🏖️ this is where u want to be💟PS gas grill could use some cleaning … thx again Tammi
Michaela S.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2024
Thanks Michaela! We loved having you stay with us! Wish we could make the TV's easier but Roku is the best option for our property! We hope you come out again soon!! ~Tamie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christina C.
30 May 2024
Perfect Island Retreat
Me and my partner have been to Anna Maria Island quite a few times with family but needed a place for us this time as we got married! This place looked lovely online, with a great location straight out onto the beach.
Check in and check out was easy and well communicated, Tamie made sure we knew how to contact her. You get left a helpful folder with ‘how to’ for certain things in the accommodation, clear guide to where everything was and also a lovely email prior to check in with recommended places to go!
It did not disappoint! We loved it here, it was clean, well equipped with essentials, both in the kitchen and bathroom. Lots of spare towels, flannels, cooking utensils and a kettle for us Brit’s! We especially loved being right on the beach going out during the day and never missing a sunset.
We found the spare beach towels, beach chairs and the outside shower (for cleaning off our feet or washing off the sea water after a swim) very useful!! An absolutely essential for that location to stop sand going into the property.
Also the tables outside on the patio provided us with a lovely evening or lunchtime seating area that we had to ourselves each time. Helped that we had the unit out front as we just stepped out the patio doors!
We would definitely stay here again, no complaints from us!
Thank you so much Tamie - we’ll be back!
My husband and I spent a week at Sailfish for our anniversary. We really enjoyed the close proximity to the beach! Additionally, the lounge chairs/patio furniture were nice options when we wanted to be closer to the unit but still see the beach! The unit was very clean and had everything we needed. Communication was super easy. We had a couple questions while we were there, and Emilio responded to our emails promptly and thoroughly. Overall, an excellent stay. Hopefully, we will be able to visit again in the future!
Katy G.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2021
Thank you Katy. We are happy you had a great stay at Sailfish Gulf Suites! You were wonderful guests and we certainly hope that you consider staying with us in the future!