This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Milissa K.
26 Feb 2017
Great Cottage Near the Beach
Milissa K.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2017
Entire home
Two Bedroom Ground Floor Island Home Sleeps 5 and Includes Heated Pool.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Holmes Beach, FL
- Bradenton Beach3 min walk
- Bean Point Beach5 min drive
- Anna Maria Beach6 min drive
- Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Guest Room
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Half- Bathroom
Toilet
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Two Bedroom Ground Floor Island Home Sleeps 5 and Includes Heated Pool.
Welcome to the Sand Dollar Shack located just a few houses from the Gulf beaches on Anna Maria Island. The Sand Dollar Shack is a half duplex with 2 bedrooms and 1 and a half baths and its own private full sun patio surrounded by tropical landscaping where you can enjoy the heated pool and outdoor shower. Inside you will find the spacious living area and kitchen area are open for easy entertaining. During the day you can relax on the beach with the provided beach wagon, chairs and umbrella. Relax in the evening in our spacious living room or retreat to the master suite where you will enjoy our comfortable beds complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets. This home includes a fully equipped kitchen, linens, towels, beach towels and a Weber grill.
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 bikes and 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 VRC16-000371
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 bikes and 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 VRC16-000371
Property manager
Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
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
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet Fee of $100 Plus Tax Required
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 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 Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center.
Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Anna Maria City Pier - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
- Manatee Public Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Bean Point Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
- Anna Maria Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 4 min drive
- Rod and Reel Pier - 6 min drive
- Two Scoops - 3 min drive
- Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 3 min drive
- The Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Chelsea R.
24 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at AMI!!
Chelsea R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Amanda W.
27 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Amanda W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lacy K.
12 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVED it
Lacy K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lori K.
9 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Lori K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Eddie B., Guyton
12 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lizzy Lu's is the best!
Eddie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Debbie K.
7 Aug 2018
Great get-away!
Debbie K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
SABRINA B.
28 Aug 2017
Clean, bright and spacious beach home!
SABRINA B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
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