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

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View of the Beach from the Duplex Cottage porch

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Amenities
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Location
Host

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2350 sq ft

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Holmes Beach, FL

West Coast Surf Shop2 min walk
Manatee Public Beach4 min walk
Cortez Beach5 min drive
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)46 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

Garden

About this property

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

Property manager

Alice Torres Sutton

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

ALLOWED

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number TAP100694

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

View more Cottages in Holmes Beach

Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk
Manatee Public Beach - 4 min walk
Cortez Beach - 5 min drive
Coquina Beach - 8 min drive
Anna Maria Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 4 min walk
Wicked Cantina - 4 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 2 min drive
Hurricane Hanks - 17 min walk
Skinny's Place - 4 min walk

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.

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?

Check-out 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 from Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 5 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jim R., Bargersville, IN

Jan 7, 2024

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

Great Stay

Thanks to all of the prior raters who gave this property such a good reputation. It’s very clean, is well maintained, has beautiful grounds, is only steps to the beach, is centrally located, has a grocery within walking distance…. Too many good things to list. We were fortunate enough to meet our host and she’s just the most pleasant and likable person. Great stay all around!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

Jan 2, 2024

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

Relaxing

This was one of the most relaxing vacations we have ever had. If you are wanting to relax and enjoy the beach this is the place for you. Old Florida is the vibe with everything you would need for two! Very clean, bed was comfortable, well supplied for us to get away and reset before the new year.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Nov 15, 2023

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

Nirvana on the beach

This is the second time we have been to the Bamboo Apts. It is peaceful, quiet, amazing location and well appointed for those who like to cook. It is “old Florida” and doesn’t get any better. We will be back. 🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️🏝️

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Oct 22, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Patti K., Leesburg

Oct 22, 2023

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

Old Florida Charm

My sister and I consider ourselves very fortunate to have stayed in this charming Cottage (C2 Sleeps 2) which is a step back in time to old Florida. Screen porch to sit and relax, peaceful grounds nestled in a private yard that overlooks the gorgeous beach. Special touches such as a Wine & Cracker basket and a cute little Welcome Sign with our names greeted us on our arrival. Convenient location to the Free Trolly ride to see everything the island has to offer. We both look forward to a return visit!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alice Torres Sutton

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.