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Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmetto Avenue Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Players
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Guest Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Half-Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool!

Welcome to the Starfish Shack located just a few houses from the Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island. The Starfish Shack is a ground level half duplex with 2 bedrooms, 1 and a half baths, and its own private full sun patio surrounded by tropical landscaping where you can enjoy the heated pool, outdoor shower and Weber grill. During the day enjoy the beach with the provided beach wagon, chairs and umbrella located in the garage. Inside you will find an open living area and kitchen which is great for easy entertaining. In the evening, retreat to the master suite where you will enjoy the comfortable bed complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets. This home includes a fully equipped kitchen, linens, towels and beach towels.

Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat is a full-service property manager on Anna Maria Island to ensure our guests enjoy some of the nicest, well stocked homes on the island. For an additional charge, we offer GEM cars among other services. Rest assured we are here to assist as needed in the most efficient manner possible.
While vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please adhere to our local rules and regulations for our residential community which are included in our homes as well as our arrival information.

City ordinance requires us to inform you that 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.
Holmes Beach Rental License VRC16-000370

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet Fee of $100 Plus Tax Required
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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

Holmes Beach is home to this cottage. 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.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Island Players - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool!?

As of 24 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool! on 27 June 2026 start from AU$472, 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.

Is Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holmes Beach Cottage Steps to the Beach with Heated Pool! located?

Situated in Holmes Beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Players and Island Gallery West are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were awsome. Great location. Having the private pool was perfect, especially having a fur baby. She was able to hang out with us the whole time. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S.

Starfish Shack is a gem

This duplex with wonderful private pool and outdoor shower is a gem! Very clean, very tastefully decorated, and close to the. Beach. We loved our stay here and are coming back, yay!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2020
Thank you Ruth and Clark for the wonderful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed your time and look forward to seeing you again next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Starfish Shack

Everything but an ocean view. Property very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrine J.

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

Excellent stay!

We really enjoyed this home. It was the perfect size for our family of 3, nicely updated and super clean.It felt very much like a home away from home. We had everything we needed. Comfortable beds, nice sheets and towels and a kitchen stocked with most essentials. Located well in a residential area, which I really liked, but right around the corner from the beautiful beach.Management was very attentive and responded right away to answer any questions. We really enjoyed our Gem cart, which was in the garage upon arrival. It was fun to explore the island. I was very impressed with how Lizzy Lu’s does business! You can tell they really care about their properties and the guest experience. Pool and patio area was very tropical and cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

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

We loved the Starfish Shack

We had a great time. The house was perfect for our vacation. A easy walk to the beach. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie S.

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

Week of relaxation

This property was absolutely perfect! The host was more than helpful. The small touches everywhere made our stay comfortable. Loved the private pool with the tranquil backyard setting. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals and save on eating out. Will definitely book with this host again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Girls getaway!!

This our 2nd year in a row doing a girls getaway at AMI and we loved our stay because our house was so fantastic!! From the moment we arrived until we left we just had a wonderful relaxing escape. I can’t recommend this place more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Everything Needed for an Awesome Vacation

The property was exactly as advertised and the priority managers have thought of everything needed for a vacation. The property was very clean and well maintained. It was also nice to see a kitchen appointed with decent utensils and equipment and not cheap flimsy stuff. I highly recommend the $50 for the beach cabana package! We will return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

olga d.

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

Very nice cleaning

Very nice property and close to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Paradise! Would love to stay here again!

We loved our stay on Anna Maria Island and this house was perfect. Property was in a great location – couple minutes to walk to the beach and had a fantastic private pool and fenced in yard. The house had everything you would need including small appliances in the kitchen and a garage filled with all beach gear you might need. Lizzie Lou’s was very professional throughout the whole process.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BOB M.

Fabulous

Lizzi Lou’s ‘ it’s owners are the Best! They keep their properties in top shape! Very Helpful! We are coming back! Bob&Ruth
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Perfect location on the island!!!

Beautiful cottage near the beach, very well equipped and Ben and his team provide a perfect service.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

amy marie s.

Awesome Place

We had an Absolutely Amazing stay. The property was very well taken care of and had everything we needed.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

Super!

Sehr gepflegt, sauber, gut gelegen.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Shelli T.

Beautiful, well maintained and clean!

The Starfish Shack was perfect! It was beautifully decorated, clean, and comfortable. We enjoyed relaxing by the pool, the walk to the beach was easy and short, and we were in a nice neighborhood. The house had everything we needed and the beach supplies were great! We've stayed in other nice houses but the beach equipment was cheap or broken. The wagon was newer and the beach chairs were very nice! We would stay here again in the future for sure! The house is small but it didn't feel cramped. There was plenty of space for 4 adults and 2 small children. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Amazing location !

Großartige Umgebung zu entspannen. Tolle, brandneue Duplexeinheit mit eigenem Pool und Garage. Super Ausstattung. Praktisch alles vorhanden, auch Badehandhandtücher! Nach 38 Jahren Erfahrungen mit Florida Urlauben war es das schönste Fleckchen Erde in Florida was wir kennen gelernt haben.

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