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BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS

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Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Anna Maria Sound
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Coquina Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS

An amazing beach house literally on the soft white sands of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island. As soon as you step out from this house your toes will sink into the beach sand as you overlook the turquoise blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. You can hear the waves of the ocean crashing throughout the home with incredible ocean views on each floor almost out every window. The house includes a private beach that gives you and your guests the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beach. If you are coming to Florida for the beach then this is the perfect beach house for your vacation. The three bedroom and two-bathroom home is comfortable from top to bottom. All brand-new dining furniture and living room furniture to include leather couches and grand ceiling fans. New charming beach décor throughout the home creates the perfect beach vibe and a comfortable homely feel. The kitchen provides everything a guest could need and more. The kitchen is a complete and full kitchen with all stainless-steel appliances, granite counter tops, and a large kitchen island. The house is also equipped with a brand-new washer and dryer. The large windows give you a spectacular view of the ocean from the kitchen, dining and living room. Three sliding glass doors lead out to the spacious deck equipped with a table, chairs and a gas grill to enjoy ocean front meals or a glass of wine at sunset. Below the deck is a private beach for you and your guests to enjoy that connects to the main beach. The spacious master bedroom with a king size bed overlooks the beach and ocean. Windows surround the master bedroom giving you ocean views from every corner. A sliding glass door leads out to a private deck with lounge chairs to give you the most privacy and relaxation you desire. Attached to the master bedroom is spacious bathroom that includes a walk-in shower equipped with multiple shower heads and a bathtub with jets. Flat screen TVs are located in the main room, the master bedroom and the queen bedroom. In addition to the master bedroom and queen bedroom, there’s the 3rd bedroom with 2 twin beds. So, whether you want to sink your toes in the soft white sands on the beach, or pause to watch the sunset over the tranquilly Gulf of Mexico, you are only steps away. In addition, every Island attraction is located right at your fingertips. The home is located within very easy walking distance to the conveniences of stores and restaurants and the free trolley which can easily take you either direction to both ends of the island. On the north end of the island you can visit the village of Anna Maria, where two historic piers offer opportunities for fishing and dining. You can also visit the shops restaurants, galleries, and a museum and community theater there. At Holmes Beach, you can get off the Trolley to enjoy more excellent shops and restaurants, as well as a marina, library, free community tennis courts, and several gyms open to visitors. On the south end, you will also want to explore the rest of Bradenton Beach. Historic Bridge Street was once the location of the very first bridge to the mainland. Today's Cortez Bridge, just a bit to the north, is made out of sturdier stuff than the original wood structure, but the original street is still there, and it is a fun place for shopping, dining, live music, a weekly open-air market (in season), fishing, and even miniature golf! Your perfect beach vacation is ready and it's one you will never forget. Come and experience for yourself why Anna Maria Island is considered Florida's hidden gem!

Property manager

David Shick
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are some stairs
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn AC to 76
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Bean Point 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. 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

  • Anna Maria Sound - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEACHFRONT HOUSE DIRECTLY ON SOFT SUGAR WHITE SANDS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ilexhurst holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Manatee Public Beach and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 96 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angie M.

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

Great house great location

Some minor issues which the owner addressed and handled promptly, great location, all the amentities you would need, would definitely stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Happy Place

I can’t say enough about this house, what you see in the pictures is what you get. The house is beautiful inside and out and right on the beautiful beach the owner David answered any questions we had very a ton of owner, we will be coming back for our fifth year
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Perfect Beach House

This vacation home was on the beach.We enjoyed the water during the day and watched beautiful sunsets each night. Our family had such a relaxing time!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Spring Break 2025

Beautiful place in a great location on the island. Steps to the beach which was never over crowded. The house had everything we needed, was comfortable and had plenty of space for 5 of us. David was responsive and helpful. We enjoyed every minute of our trip and can’t wait to visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

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

Great stay

This property is magnificent. Steps from the beach. We woke up and had coffee on the deck overlooking the water. Location was perfect for restaurants, grocery stores. Fully stocked kitchen, new grill, and the best was the magnificent sun sets every night. We even got to see dolphins playing. Clean, spacious
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

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

Four generation family vacations

The location of this property is perfect for beach access ( literally on the beach) for our family including 2 1/2 year old great granddaughter.Property fully stocked with everything needed . House decor was tastefully done with consideration for comfort and individual needs. Property located conveniently to shopping and restaurants.and all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra M.

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

Amazing

Truly a wonderful experience!! Great house, great host, and our favorite beach!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

morgan o.

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

Dreamy Beachfront Vacation

We recently stayed for spring break with our two boys, 8 & 11, and the place was perfectly for our whole family. The house is beautiful, and the layout worked well, with the boys each having their own room on the main living room level. The primary suite on the top floor had incredible views and we enjoyed the sound of crashing waves lulling us to sleep every night. It is also the perfect place for watching sunsets at night. The house had a number of beach chairs (6?) and an umbrella in good working order to use out on the beach right in front of the house. The house is also stocked with lots of sand toys, a couple of balls, and a boogie board in the garage tote, but no coolers, not really essential anyway since the house is right on the beach. There were also plenty of books and games/cards at the house. The kitchen was well stocked w pots/pans/keurig/coffee pot. Note: I might bring an insulated wine cup if I came again since they only had glass. The house is located right in holmes beach south of manatee beach, which made it easily accessible from the mainland / airport / etc and also very close to Publix and a strip mall w a Walgreens, dunkin and a few cute restaurants. (We had breakfast at the toasted mango cafe and recommend for breakfast.) We walked down to the public beach a few afternoons and the kids got ice cream, and often there was live music later afternoons. We loved this place and hope to come back again soon! Next time I’m renting a golf cart!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna V.

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

Great beach location

Really enjoyed our stay - especially the third floor balcony area where the beach view in both directions went on for miles!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

heaven on earth

this is our second time staying, everything always seems to be perfect. When we get there. We never have any issues, the owner is wonderful.!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

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

Perfect location

Nice clean place in the perfect location with beautiful views.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Beautiful Beach House

Wonderful stay in great house with a great view of the ocean that was just steps away. Well furnished including everything you need for the beach! Only with the back windows were clean for a more enjoyable view, but I’m sure that is always difficult at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary rose b.

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

Must come here!!

Great place to stay. Amazing views and sunsets!!! Had everything you need for a relaxing vacation! Will definitely come back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

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

Great Host

Great Host
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teddi S.

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

Beautiful home and location

Clean and gorgeous house. So close to everything- no rental car needed! Just some quirky things we didnt like that probably dont matter. Ceiling fans dont stay on without the light on, no high chair, kitchen sink didnt turn off nicely. Truly a beautiful home and spot! Owner was very friendly and easy to communicate with!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

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

Simply the Best

Great property, location, manager. Superb vacation and lasting memories
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANGELCE L.

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

Great property

Location was amazing. The beach was not crowded at all. The house was perfect for the family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

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

Jessup Kurvers Vacation

Fantastic location, great property! Beautiful sunsets and walk right out onto the beach made it special! I would strongly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arden D., Darien, CT USA

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

Perfect

David’s property is a perfect vacation home. Wonderful location on Holmes Beach and has everything you could need.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Wonderful Stay

Property was clean and well supplied with everything we needed for our week long stay. Can’t get any closer to the beach. Master suite was perfect. Very close to plenty of restaurants and shops. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S., Morehead, KY

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

Holmes Beach

Lovely property! Well appointed, clean and comfortable. Enjoyed it very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Amazing house in a great location

Can't beat waking up to the ocean at your door, with white sand beaches. The location is great - right in the center of AMI, but quite and residential. Lots of shells on the beaches and overall just an amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois N.

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

Perfect holiday

This is our second stay here and was even better than the first time. Such a beautiful house and the location is ideal for walking to the shops or to the local restaurants especially the beach cafe for pancakes or sunset Pina Coladas. We very much appreciated the beach chairs and beach toys. The beds are so comfortable and the kitchen has everything you might need.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doyle M.

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

Location location location

Property is located in a great spot. Property owner is responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

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

Wonderful property

This is probably the best beach house we have ever rented. The location is fabulous and the house is in great shape. Everything it says on the listing is true. Don’t hesitate to book!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by David Shick

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