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Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach!

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A poolside area with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of boats on the water.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A building with a number '205' above a red and white door, surrounded by plants and a small garden.
A living room with a ceiling fan, a TV on a cabinet, and a framed picture on the wall.
A living room with a TV, white furniture, and large windows with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Private pool
  • Outdoor grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Kokonut Hut - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach! have a pool?

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

Is Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Manatee Watch: Beautiful Waterfront Home, Hot Tub, 3 Min Walk to Beach! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Manatee Public Beach, and Holmes Beach Beaches. West Coast Surf Shop and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Manatee Watch was one of the best properties we've ever stayed in. Spotlessly clean and equipped with everything you could want. The pool was charming,clean and warm enough to swim every day in early March. Hot tub worked great. Owners close at hand and extremely helpful! 3 minutes walk to beach! Manatee visited our dock every day! You do have to be able to climb steps well. Sad that we can't go there again next year!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 6 had a wonderful time during our stay. Olaf answered our questions prior to the stay and any we had during the week. The location is perfect!! Manatee viewing on the daily, and a quick walk or golf cart ride to the beach!! We can’t recommend this place enough!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This our new favorite spot! We had a wonderful time. It was very clean and beautiful and close to the beach. We enjoyed the pool and the hot tub and the covered area by the pool. My son and grandson fished off the dock and we very much enjoyed seeing the manatees every day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was absolutely beautiful, well-stocked, and just a short, easy walk to the beach. One of the highlights of our stay was seeing manatees every single day—it was truly special. Having access to both the pool and the dock for fishing made the experience even better. Olaf and Marissa were incredibly kind and accommodating, and we’re so grateful for their hospitality. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is excellent- very responsive to any questions or needs. The house is set up very comfortable with anything you could need there. It is a great location. Was a great week on the island- even though the weather wasn’t the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Olaf was an outstanding host, welcoming us to his home and being responsive to our requests.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful vacation!

Property was very clean, comfortable, and in a great location! We enjoyed having coffee by the canal every morning and even got to see manatees a couple of times! Great communication with owner as well - would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Loved manatee watch

We had a wonderful stay at manatee watch. Our hosts were very welcoming and helpful. House was perfect and we enjoyed our time at the pool/deck. Would recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute paradise

Beautiful views from the property, resident manatees, and very clean home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Great location, amenities, manatees in canal. Owners were very responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

December 2024 Stay

We had a wonderful week on Anna Maria Island. The Manatee Watch house is in perfect condition. We have stayed there three times and highly recommend staying at this property. As always, Olaf and Marrissa were attentive and perfect hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We can't recommend this home enough. By far the cleanest and best stocked rental we have ever stayed in , and we stay in a lot. Extremely inpressed by every aspect of this home. Perfect location, close to everything, across the street from beach access and walking distance to all you can eat pancakes. We miss our manatee friends already, and will definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location and Very Clean

This home was very nice and the location was perfect for beach access! We saw manatees everyday. The host was extremely responsive and attentive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

The home is beachy cute & clean. Great location on a canal & only 1 long block to the beach. Property managers are so nice & respond very quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location, great house

This home suited us to a tee. Right on a canal and a short walk to the beach. The house is very clean and well equipped, even beach chairs, pool floats and sand chairs. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Manatee

.beautiful property.excellent owners. Definitely would stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location Clean Fun area

Great house Comfortable and very clean Pool deck, canal for fishing and a 2 minute walk across the street to the Gulf The kitchen is well equipped but get out and visit the many restaurants close by The house was not too swanky it’s nice but didn’t have to worry about kids too much Relaxed! Olaf our host could not have been more accommodating Highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic week!

The house was wonderful and just as described and as it looks in the photos. Perfect location. We loved the pool and hot tub. We saw manatees in the canal daily. Couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little paradise

We had a wonderful stay and the house was possible the best rental we have ever stayed in. From waking up to watch the manatee’s swimming in the cove out back, to a nice morning stroll on the beach, the location offered everything you could need and want. Take a hot tub, swim in the pool then hit the beach, rinse and repeat. Add in a few meals at some of the great local spots and that pretty much sums up the week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Property

This house was perfect. The location is great. We enjoyed the heated pool and spa. It was really nice to sit in the spa on chilly nights. The 2 minute walk to the beach was so easy especially with all of the equipment that comes with house - chairs, beach cart, umbrella, cooler, beach toys, etc. Thank you Olaf and Marissa for such a lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location, fantastic house

We had a wonderful holiday at Manatee Watch. The house and pool area exceeded our expectations - even better than the photos. Marissa and Olaf were responsive to any messages and Marissa met us on arrival which was lovely. Very short walk to the beach and close to Publix/Restaurants. And as for the manatees? They came to play for hours every day just in front of the dock - what a privilege to watch them. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Second visit just as wonderful as first!

This is a special place. We have stayed here twice. Perfect home in the best location. Manatee sightings, easy walk to the beach, and comfortable home with everything you need. We rented kayaks both times we came and used them everyday. We even saw dolphins in the bay while kayaking. The owners, Olaf and Marissa are kind and welcoming. Will gladly return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just got home and all agree it was the perfect stay. Marissa met us at the house and gave us a quick overview and answered any questions we had. We were able to check in an hour early which we appreciated after a morning of travel. The house was absolutely spotless and all essentials were provided. Everything you could need for a day at the beach was provided as well. Manatee beach was a 3 minute walk from the house and we appreciated the quiet section of the beach near the house. Now the absolute best part was the peaceful backyard. The manatees arrived every morning oftentimes coming right out from under the dock. My kids also loved the jumping fish. There was ample outdoor seating, both in the shade and the sun. The pool was the perfect temperature and the hot tub was relaxing in the evening. If it weren’t for the beach close by I could’ve spent every day in the back yard lounging in the pool and watching the manatees and birds. We all agree if we return to AMI we won’t even bother to look at other accommodations as Manatee Watch is perfection.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Olaf was a really great host. He met us at the property when we checked in and showed us everything. His communication was excellent. We absolutely loved the property. This was our 3rd trip to Holmes Beach and this was our favorite location. Everything is on the same level and perfect for our family of 3. We spent many days on the deck, pool, and spa. We were lucky to have manatees the first two days. When it got cold, we still used the pool and spa which were warm. The location is an easy walk to Skinny's, the beach, and the beach cafe down the street. We had a golf cart rented and it fit perfectly with our rental car in the garage. The property is so clean, well furnished, comfy beds and couch - we didn't want to leave! Will definitely try to stay here again the future - just a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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