AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞!

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We purchased Our Blue Heaven in 2015 from the original owners, who still visit!

Seahorse room has private door to shared bath and slider to the porch.

Living room is large, spacious and open.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Check out the area

Holmes Beach, FL

Bradenton Beach4 min walk
Anna Maria Beach6 min drive
Bean Point Beach6 min drive
St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)49 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Seahorse Room

1 Queen Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Shared bathroom.

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Our single story beach house is recently redecorated and includes a large, brand new heated pool. The home is located in a quiet, residential neighborhood and only a short, straight walk to one of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf Coast. The home includes a large covered back porch which overlooks the pool and newly landscaped, fenced in yard. You will find that the home has every amenity from beach chairs and umbrellas to a well stocked kitchen. Just grab some flip flops and a bathing suit!

We are also walking distance from the free trolley that runs every twenty minutes up and down the 7 mile island, with stops all along the way. Jump on for shopping and sightseeing and restaurants in Holmes Beach, Bradington Beach, and Anna Maria! Try your hand at world renown tarpon fishing, go parasailing, paddle boarding or biking! Take a drive out to Sarasota and visit historic St. Armand's Circle for fine dining, nightlife and plenty of shopping. Tampa is an hour and a half away, and Orlando is also within driving distance in case you want to visit some theme parks while during your visit. Whether you are looking for a little adventure or just some relaxation, we have what you need for a fun Florida vacation in the sun!

Property manager

Katherine Girgenti

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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

Our house is in a quiet, residential neighborhood.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking allowed.

Please do not rearrange outdoor or indoor furniture, lamps, etc. This creates a lot more work for our turnover crew as we prepare for our next guest.

Grounds for forfeiting the $500 damage deposit include: -Interfering with timer by the outdoor shower that fills the pool every morning.

Grounds for forfeiting the $500 damage deposit include: Leaving ANY food in the house/kitchen/pantry

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

Note from host: Our house is in a quiet, residential neighborhood.

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 and a deadbolt lock

Property Registration Number 8136014466

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is next to a golf course and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria 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.

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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

Bradenton Beach - 4 min walk
West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min drive
Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive
Anna Maria Beach - 6 min drive
Bean Point Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 3 min drive
The Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - 4 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 9 min walk
Harry's Grill - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞! have a pool?

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

Is AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is AMI is a paradise destination! Join us for some Fun in the sun 🌞! located?

Located in Holmes Beach, this beachfront vacation home is next to a golf course and within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Apr 5, 2024

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

Relax and enjoy life!

This is an old Florida home with some updates. It is comfy and “homey”. Short walk to the beach and a great pool! Katherine, the owner, is a delight. A great place to unwind, for sure.

Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tierney D.

Mar 4, 2024

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

Fantastic!

This home is the perfect place for a family. The heated pool kept the kids occupied on the cooler days and it was easy to watch the children in the pool from anywhere in the house. This meant I could be doing laundry or prepping a meal while keeping an eye on the kiddos. The furniture was comfortable, too, which is not always the case in rentals. We will definitely be staying again!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Natasha P., Eagan, MN

Mar 1, 2024

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Older Home

My family and I visited 10/28/23-11/4-23 for a family vacation. We booked this property for being close to the beach, heated pool and it was cheaper than other properties. Unfortunately, this property had more negatives than positives. The positives were the short walk to the beach and the backyard with lights which had a covered patio that we ate at every meal. The negatives were no check in from the owners once we got there to see how things were going or if we needed anything, lack of communication from the owners, grill didn't work, TV didn't work which not the end of the world as we didn't go there to watch tv but would have been nice to watch a Halloween movie or two, pool was not heated as the listing said, the place overall was very dusty and did not look like it had been cleaned, the washer smelled very strongly of mildew so we ended up taking our clothes to a laundromat. Then there is the issues of the cockroaches that we found. At first it was only a couple which not the end of the world but then we had found one in a drawer with cooking utensils which prompted my husband to remove the drawer and that is where we found A LOT of dead ones. We had messaged the owners about them and the response we got back we didn't feel it was professional. We do not recommend this property nor will we rent it again.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

Feb 28, 2024

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

A few unexpected things.

The instructions seemed to contradict check-in time, in one place it said 4 pm, and in another, it said 6 pm. We had no problem getting to the house and got right in with the code given to us. The instructions seemed to be outdated, referring to masks that must be worn on Anna Maria Island. That should be revised. I saw a few wearing one. What seemed to be the master bedroom and bath, there was a pile of bed linens on the floor against the bed with a note saying "Xtra master quilt & shams"; the top bed sheet on the bed was all wrinkled and looked as though the bed had not been changed; in the bathroom, there was a basket presumably for used towel one. In what seemed to be the master bedroom and bath, there was a pile of bed linens on the floor against the bed with a note saying "Xtra master quilt & shams"; the top bed sheet on the bed was all wrinkled and looked as though the bed had not been changed; in the bathroom, there was a basket presumably for used towels and it hadn't been emptied. (I have photos to validate those facts). We thought the cleaning people didn't complete the job and forgot to return. Otherwise, we had a wonderful time. The kitchen had every utensil a chef would and abundant china and glassware. We were disappointed that there were no "lounge chairs" by the pool. We got by with the large tubes. Katherine was very responsive when I contacted her to see if I had left 2 pairs of my glasses. In the meantime, I found them in my suitcase LOVED IT.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Feb 21, 2024

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

Holmes Beach

Very Clean.Great Location. Down the street from a beautiful beach. Decorations enhanced the beach vibe. Outdoor space very private and tropical. Would definitely recommend this unique piece of paradise.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Girgenti

Our families have been coming to Anna Maria Island since before the mainland bridges were constructed, coming onto the island by way of ferry! Needless to say, we are very attached and proud of our little island. We live in Tampa with our two children and look forward to time spent on AMI during the summer months.

Why they chose this property

Only a short, direct walk to the beautiful, pristine beaches of AnnaMaria Island, this home is centrally located, in a family friendly neighborhood with all of the conveniences of home. Three spacious bedrooms, two with queen size mattresses, the third with two double beds. Big closets, and plenty of drawers to fit comfortably for your stay. Two bathrooms are recently renovated. The master has a beautiful, tiled shower stall, the common bath, also renovated has a tub that's perfect for adults or children.

The kitchen is full of bright, natural light, with a big beautiful picture window We love to cook, so you should be able to find everything you need in this kitchen! The cozy family room is also full of natural light, looking into the large, covered porch in the center of the house. There is a full washer and drier adjacent to the kitchen.

We have a brand new, large, rectangular sized, heated pool. It also boasts a wide sundeck, perfect for setting a chair in and dipping your toes in the warm water while enjoying a book or a fruity drink!

The large, fenced yard can also be enjoyed from the cozy, covered porch which is accessible from the master and twin bedrooms as well as from the sliding glass doors of the common areas of the house. This is a great feature for cool, breezy beach days, as the doors tuck away and create a huge outdoor area to be enjoyed by the entire family!

What makes this property unique

It is our pleasure to offer a discount to our servicemen and women! Don't forget to ask!
Our home is a classic example of a typical old Florida home; a single-story concrete block home with Spanish tile, and terrazzo floors throughout. It sits on 2 lots, which leaves us with a great size yard both in the front and in the back of the house. We have proudly brought it beautifully up to date, but have decided to keep its original charm intact.

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