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Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2

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Duplex Cottage Unit 2 - VRBO 327896 on the left - the beach is at your doorstep
View of the beach from the screened porch
Beach view from living/dining room through French doors
Cozy living-dining-kitchen in our historic cottage.
Comfy sofa and recliner in living area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2

Our five unit property was featured in the January/February 2020 issue of Southern Living, and we are honored and thrilled!

Welcome to our Cottage! This listing is the north side of the duplex. If you are looking for a simple, quiet, stress-free place to enjoy the beach, this is it. It's not a fancy condo-- no long hallways, distant parking, elevators, or crowds. Best of all, the cottage is beachfront, so there are no streets to cross-- just a sandy walk through the dunes. The Cottage is a duplex, and this listing is for the smaller side. VRBO #77482 will show you the larger side. The two sides share a screened porch facing the beach.

The cottage was constructed in 1916 or so, as a caretaker's home for a larger house which is now gone. It has been carefully maintained and updated, but has retained the charm of a bygone era.

The interior walls are heart pine, and so are the floors, refinished by hand. Furnishings have been chosen for comfort-- a rattan recliner and matching pillow top queen size sleeper sofa in the living room, dining table for two, and king size bed in the bedroom.

It's shaded by ancient Australian pine trees and has a comfortable shared screened porch for a front-row view of the sunsets and stars. With the windows open at night, you can hear the surf!

Walk directly out the screen porch door, and down to the beach--no streets to cross. Or, sit out on the patio and enjoy your coffee and newspaper, or cocktails. Our guests tell us that the best part of the patio area, (besides the view) is it's size-- plenty of room for spreading out.

We are located a block away from the Cafe on the Beach, convenient for all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts, quick lunches, and relaxing dinners. The beach-front playground is a block and a half away. Take the free trolley and see the rest of the island.

If you need more room, the other side of the duplex, VRBO 77482 is available. Also see our other VRBO listings on the same property, VRBO 82848, 1473396, and 738184.

Keywords: Cottage, Duplex, Bungalow, Apartment, Flat

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest must execute full rental agreement prior to Owner's final acceptance of reservation.
No refunds.
No smoking, pets, parties, day guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number TAP5100694
Property # 327896vb
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 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
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 cottage is 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. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • 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 Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2 on 8 Aug 2026 start from AU$428, 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 Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic & Cozy Island Original Cottage on the Beach- Bamboo Apts. C2 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach cottage is just steps away from Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property…adorable cabin and was just perfect for our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Hi Lynn- Thank you so much for coming to stay at our cottage! Delighted that you enjoyed your visit- hope we will see you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and responsive host, phenomenal location!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2026
Hi! It was great to have you as our guests! Thank you so much for coming, and for your wonderful review. Hope to see you again! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous getaway to beautiful AMI! The cottage is exactly as described in the listing - but even better! We enjoyed perfect spring beach weather and beautiful sunsets in this serene little hideaway. The other guests were so friendly and it was nice to socialize in the common areas. We missed meeting Alice, but just means we need to go back. Cottage 2 was impeccably clean and well stocked, and beach access was easy. 10/10!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Hi! I am so sorry that I didn't get a chance to meet you in person. We're glad that you found our little cottage and had a chance to enjoy the spectacular spring weather. Thank you for being our guests-- hope that we will see you again soon! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Nov 2025
Hi Robert-- Thank you so much for staying at our place! We were delighted to have you and hope to see you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and great sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Hi Patrick! Thank you for coming -- the sunsets were lovely during your stay. Hope to see you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you, Alice, for sharing your cozy cottage. The welcome basket was an unexpected treat! What a beautiful location. We especially enjoyed the quiet, private setting just steps away from the beach. The cottage was well stocked with everything we needed. We will look forward revisiting in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2026
Hi Phil - I'm so happy you liked our little cottage, and the basket of treats-- and thrilled you will be coming back! Have a great 2026! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were so pleasantly surprised! And enjoyed ourselves thoroughly! The cottage was super clean! We were literally right on the beach, and yet it had the cottage vibe decor, that was darling! We loved the fact that it was family friendly. We were there without kids but your cottage and apartment neighbors became like family! We feel like we have met friends for life! We had heard how sweet Alice was to deal with and would do anything to make your stay perfect...Luckily, we got to meet her on our last day as she was out of town, we would have been sad not to have met her after all the hype! And everyone was correct, she's a doll!! Alice is the type that would bend over backwards to make sure your stay was exactly what you wanted. It's evident because there have been couples that have been returning for 17 plus years! Everything shops, restaurants and grocery stores are all in walking distance! We highly recommend this place and will definitely be back!! Jim & Trish
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Hi Trish & Jim - Oh my goodness! What a glowing review! Thank you so much! We loved having you as our guests and are delighted that you got to meet everyone and had such a great stay. Our housekeeper works incredibly hard to keep everything perfect-- I will pass along your compliments. It's an honor to be entrusted with someone's vacation, and I love making folks happy during their stay. We can't wait to see you again! --Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property located right on the ocean!!! The house was so cozy and well kept. Alice was so wonderful to work with!!! We definitely will be staying there in the future again!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2025
Hi! Thank you for coming to stay in our little cottage on the beach, and for your thoughtful and sweet comments-- we look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just WoW !!!! Everything about this cottage (C2) was perfect . Small , cozy ,and clean . The kingsize bed was a bonus . We enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Oct 2025
Hi! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in our little cottage! Thank you for taking the time to post such a sweet review-- we appreciate it. Please come back and stay any time!
Verified

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but clean place right on the beach. Just what we needed for relaxing weekend at the beach. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
Hi John- I'm so happy you enjoyed your stay and that you will be back! We would love to earn a 5 star review from you next time, and I'll reach out to you directly to figure out what we can do better. See you soon! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described. Right on the beach. Will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2025
Hi Joshua- Thanks so much for coming! Glad you enjoyed it- we would love to have you as our guests again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Summer getaway

Cottage right in the beach. Excellent location on Holmes Beach. Publix 2 minutes away. Very clean. Easy check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Hi - Thanks so much for coming to stay, and for taking the time to give us a great review! Hope to have you as our guests again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Girls Getaway

Three generations to celebrate family member birthday. The Bamboo Apartments were a perfect place for us to stay - relaxing, beautiful beach view, and all the comforts of home. Alica is a gracious hostess. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Hi! We were delighted to have you and your family here to celebrate. Thank you all for coming, and hope that we will see you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jim e.

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

Great stay

All was good, easy check in, great gift basket waiting for us, all the beach amenities that you could want were provided
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2021
Hi Jim - Thanks for being our guests! We really appreciate your review and am glad that we had all the beach amenities needed. Please come stay with us again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Quick weekend getaway

Everything is exactly as pictured/described; the cottage is quaint and ideally located; and the owner very accommodating. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2023
Hi Stephanie-- Thank you so much for coming to stay, and for taking the time to write such a great review! We've been in business for 52 years as a family, and love to give our guests a memorable and happy vacation. Hope to see you again! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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

Great, clean, cozy cottage

Loved the cottage, has all you need for a vacation, well run, responsive host, and just a few steps from the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Hi! So delighted that you had a great stay in our little cottage! I appreciate the compliments about our management -- we aim to make each guest happy! Please come back any time! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary w.

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

Not fancy but very charming, excellent location if you like to relax on the beach.

We plan on returning, owner was very nice. Cottage and location was just our style.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2022
Hi Mary - Thanks for coming to stay - we loved having you as our guests! You are exactly right about our place- we aren't fancy but have a delightful spot on the beach. Please come back any time. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

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

Convenient and cozy

Great place. Easy access to beach and surrounding amenities. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2024
Hi Sue! Thanks so much for coming to stay with us, and for your recommendation. Glad you enjoyed the quick walk thru the dunes to the beach, and we look forward to seeing you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Fun at the Beach

Great vacation!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2022
Hi Cathy! We are thrilled that you had a great vacation! Come back any time-- Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee M.

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

Great place

This place was like heaven on earth didn't want to leave Alice was amazing i will never stay anywhere else done booked for 2024😀
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Hi! What a fabulous review! We are honored that you are coming back in 2024--that's the best compliment that we can receive. Looking forward to seeing you then, and many thanks for staying with us and for coming back! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda P.

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

Wonderful Experience

Wonderful experience and area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2024
Hi Rhonda- Thanks for coming to stay and delighted you had such a wonderful experience! Please come back any time-- Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie R.

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

Beach House

Liked it would stay again sometime!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2023
Hi Jeannie- Thanks for coming! Glad you liked it and hope to see you again. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan H.

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

Better than the big condo buildings

Great location on the island and easy beach access. Had everything we needed/wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Hi Ethan - What a great review- thank you! I truly appreciate it-- there are a LOT of big condo buildings around, and we are a much different vibe-- peace and quiet, lots of space, lots of trees, and ground floor so you can just walk out. Please come back any time at all. Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

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

Beautiful property and cottage.

Great location right on the beach. Lovely, relaxing property with lots of outdoor sitting areas. We loved the screen porch.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2021
Hi Linda- Glad you loved the porch- it is a great spot to sit and just "be." Thanks for coming to stay, and please come back again. Have a wonderful Spring! Alice
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Cottage

loved location and proximity to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2023
Hi! Thank you so much for coming to stay with us-- we're happy you had a good stay and liked our location and beach access. Have a happy Independence Day! Alice

About the host

Hosted by Alice Torres Sutton

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Hi! Our family has owned this property since 1971. My grandparents built it as their retirement home, and now it belongs to us. My mom, Gladys, is on the left in this photo, and that's me, Alice, on the right. Mom passed away in 2014, but her spirit of hospitality continues. I live up in Tampa, and visit the beach every weekend with my husband and family.

Why they chose this property

Our family chose to purchase the Cottage because there was no way we could resist! The property is huge, and has the most magnificent view of the beach, especially at sunset, and of course, we loved the neighbors (my grandparents). We live in Tampa, but visit the Island every weekend, and it is a quick trip, about an hour. The Island has an unspoiled small-town charm--like Mayberry but with sand and sun! No matter how short your stay on the Island, it will refresh your spirit.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage offers simple peace and quiet, with sunny or shady spots on the patio facing the beach. The patios are nestled in a native Florida meadow, complete with blanket flowers, railroad vine, and sea oats-- it's a trip to the past, when life was much simpler. When families visit, the patio area is a favorite of the older crowd, since it is shielded from the wind and sun, and it has a horseshoe court. The screened porch is a great place for morning coffee and the newspaper, afternoon snacks, or evening refreshments.

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