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Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island!

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View to the beach out your front door
Beachfront patios at sunset
Garden Apartment 2- your own private sun patio, right outside your door!
Garden Apartment 2 Living & Dining Area
Garden Apartment 2 living-dining area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island!

Hello, Guest!

Welcome to Bamboo Apartments, Apartment #2, part of our family-owned five-unit beachfront retreat featured in Southern Living Magazine (Jan/Feb 2020). If you're looking for a meticulously maintained, super clean, simple, quiet, Old Florida-style getaway with unbeatable beach access, you've found it.

Nestled on nearly an acre of pristine beachfront, our property offers 150 feet of private sugar sand beach front with six expansive, uncrowded patios—no busy streets to cross, no stairs to climb, and no crowded hallways. And, if you’ve forgotten something, it’s a quick hop back to your apartment to retrieve it. Perfect when traveling with “littles.”

Wake up to garden and beach views in this newly renovated, ground-level one-bedroom, one-bath apartment with full kitchen. A short stroll through the wildflower meadow leads you straight to the beach, where gentle Gulf breezes and breathtaking sunsets await.
Step inside and relax--
• Coastal-inspired décor with custom rattan furnishings, vintage touches, and hand-picked historic photos from the 1930s & 40s (taken right on the property!).
• Spacious, light-filled living area with a queen-size sleeper sofa, a dining table for four, and sliding glass doors that open to the tropical landscape and Gulf views. Open up the sliders and listen to the waves and smell the salty breeze.
• Private patio just outside your door, complete with a dining table, chairs, umbrella, and charcoal grill—perfect for morning coffee, alfresco meals, or late-night stargazing.
• King-size bed in the large bedroom, featuring a custom latex mattress for ultimate comfort and a walk-in closet to keep your space organized.
• Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances and all the essentials for easy, casual meals. But, you may want to try an island restaurant for some delicious suppers.
• Newly renovated, including kitchen and bath.

Outdoor Paradise & Unforgettable Sunsets
• Six breezy Gulf-front patios to unwind and soak up the island vibe. Grab a book from the laundry shed library and stretch out on the lounger in the shade of the towering Australian pines.
• Charcoal grills for the ultimate beachside cookout.
• Beach essentials provided: chairs, umbrellas, a mini cooler, and towels—just bring your swimsuit, flip-flops, and sunscreen!
• Outdoor shower & old-fashioned clothesline to rinse off and dry your beachwear after a fun day in the sun.
• On-site coin laundry located in the old cistern house.
Walk to Everything!
• Café on the Beach – Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes and a beachfront playground for the little ones!
• Skinny’s for hamburgers, fries and everything you are not supposed to eat. Try the onion rings.
• Restaurants, grocery stores, and shopping – just 3 blocks away.
• Free island trolley stop – Explore Anna Maria Island with ease!
Need more space?
We have four other VRBO listings on the property, including a historic duplex cottage (VRBO #77482 & #327896) and two stunning beachfront apartments (#738184 & #1473396).
Experience the magic of Old Florida at Bamboo Apartments. Your beachfront escape awaits—book now!




Keywords: Duplex; Old Florida; Apartment: Right on the beach; Simple; Quiet

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number TAP5100694

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 6.2 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
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront Bliss at Bamboo Apartments #2– A Hidden Gem on Anna Maria Island! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach apartment building 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.

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 has always loved the Island, especially this spot, since my grandparents had friends from Tampa who lived close by. The apartment has a beautiful view of the beach across a garden and wildflower meadow. Our gulf-front patio has towering Australian pine trees, so you can sit in the shade on hot days, and feel a glorious breeze. The patio adjacent to the apartment is perfect for sunbathing even in the winter, because it's shielded from the wind. The Island has an old-fashioned small town vibe, so you can leave your cares behind.

What makes this property unique

Our apartment is part of our five-unit family-owned complex, all one story duplexes. Our guests tell us they love the ease of walking out the door right onto a patio to read the paper, grill out, or just relax, without the hassle of stairs and long walks often found in condominiums. Families especially appreciate it, since the beach is just across the meadow it's easy to take the little ones to the water's edge, without a long walk toting 'beach stuff.' This year, we had a family of green herons nest in one of the pine trees, and everyone enjoyed waiting for the eggs to hatch. We also had a turtle's nest right on the beach in front of our place!

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