Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops
Welcome to the Blue Grotto — Your 1,850 sq ft Island Playground!
Recently renovated with all-new kitchens and more! Kick back, spread out, and settle into our spacious 1850 sq ft beach house featuring: • 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • Full kitchen • Living room • Bar area
• Tons of space for both Team Early Riser and Team Sleep-In to vacation in harmony
Only 6 houses from the beach and steps from your large private pool*—you’ll be planning next year’s trip before this one ends.
The House • Perfect for big families needing extra hangout zones • Two fully equipped kitchens • Outdoor TV for poolside game days • Shuffleboard table for bragging rights • 2 king bedrooms + 1 twin bedrooms, each with its own TV • Large private pool (heating optional*)
Beach & Essentials Provided We supply: • Beach towels, chairs, wagon, cooler • Bath towels, sheets & blankets • A starter set of basics: soaps, trash bags, etc. • Kitchens stocked with dishes, utensils, gadgets & more
The Famous “Golden Triangle” — AKA Everything-Is-Right-Here Zone You're surrounded by all the island favorites. Walk, bike, or hop on a golf cart to reach: • 5-minute walk → AMI Beach Café (Dad’s all-you-can-eat pancakes!) • 2-minute golf cart ride → Freckled Fin Irish Pub for a cold beer • 5 minutes → Two Scoops Ice Cream (dangerously delicious) • 2 minutes → The Doctor’s Office for next-level cocktails • 2 minutes → The Ugly Grouper… and safely back home again • 4 minutes → Fresh seafood at Captain Anthony’s + groceries at Publix • End of the block → Free Island Trolley to Coquina Beach & AMI City Pier • Ginny’s & Jane E’s → Cinnamon rolls the size of your head • The Sand Bar → Sunset + piña colada w/ dark rum floater (mandatory) • Historic Bridge Street → Souvenirs, live music & island shopping • Tide Tables → Legendary fried grouper • Starfish → Fried shrimp some call “life-changing”
Island Days Done Right • Watch the game on the outdoor TV while the kids splash in the pool • Wander to the sugar-white sand beach in seconds • Swap ocean sightings: Manatee? Sea turtle? Mermaid? • Challenge the crew to a shuffleboard showdown • Wind down with a 1-minute stroll to a jaw-dropping sunset • Sleep soundly in plush king and twin bedrooms
Experience Vintage AMI Anna Maria Island is a 7-mile stretch of pure old-Florida charm—flip-flops required, speed limit max 35 mph, relaxation guaranteed.
See y’all soon at the Blue Grotto!
*Pool heat available for an additional charge
Ask about off-season stays shorter than a week
VRC21-000058 You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property.
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Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. 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 going on at LECOM Park, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. With motor boating and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 8 min walk
The Ugly Grouper - 9 min walk
Ginny's & Jane E's - 6 min drive
Skinny's Place - 10 min walk
Slim's Place - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops?
As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops on Aug 23, 2026 start from $408, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops 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 Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Single Level Home- 1 Minute Walk to the Beach- 5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bradenton Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Bean Point Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and Island Gallery West are also within 10 minutes.
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We were extremely satisfied with our stay and had an amazing time! The house was clean, modern, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The pool area was absolutely incredible — perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sunshine. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and definitely plan to be back!
The Blue Grotto was a great property - great location, pool, extras including an abundance of beach chairs & a well stocked kitchen. The house was roomy for 6 teens/adults - we had a wonderful vacation there!
7 day vacation hosted by a wonderful home owned by Domenico & Kelly. House was extremely well equipped for comfortable living and beaching. Don& Kelly we’re extremely responsive, organized and committed to ensuring our stay was positive.
Another great stay at the Blue Grotto!! The house is very spacious & comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need. The beach is a 2 minute walk down the road, great beach days & amazing sunsets. We walked to most bars & restaurants. We enjoyed The Feast, Freckled Finn, Fifty Three Fifty & Doctors Office Bar & Garden. Drove to The Waterfront, it was excellent. We also went to the Tiki Bar/Floridays for lunch and it was fabulous!! Shout out to Dcoy Ducks!!
We stayed Oct. 22-28 and really enjoyed it. Very clean and well stocked. Perfect weather and we enjoyed having the pool. I would go walking every morning and then my husband and I would take off on our bikes. It is in a great location.
For the price, the Blue Grotto is one of the best locations for a week stay anywhere on the island.
Super close to grocery, restaurant, coffee, and souvenir shopping needs.
The house was clean and comfortable and big enough for a large family if needed.
The pool was shaded just enough so that you could escape the suns rays and bask in the warm water if you felt you were getting too much sun.
Best of all the house sits a short stroll from a wide quiet beach and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico.
Host answered all our questions. Pool was heated to a comfortable temp. House was very clean and spacious. Direct walk of a block and a half to beach which was not crowded. Short walk on beach to public beach access with restaurant and bar. Very relaxing trip.
Perfect location! Restaurants, bars, shopping, beach all within walking distance. House is beautiful and spacious and very well equipped with everything you need!! The private yard and pool was just icing on the cake! We had an amazing stay and the recommendations were great! Any questions I had were responded to immediately! The only downside was our stay was not long enough! We can't wait to come back!
We had a blast during our stay at the Blue Grotto. The house had everything a family would need. We all enjoyed the pool and the walk to the beach was very short and convenient. There were plenty of chairs and toys for the kids to play with at the beach. The place was spotless and we had plenty of room to unwind during our stay. Overall a great location with many restaurants within walking distance and a Publix a short drive from the house which was very convenient. Communication with the owner was great. We will definitely stay here again next trip to Anna Marie Island.
Short walk in one of the nicest A.M.I. neighborhoods to the uncrowded part of the beach. Nicely updated bathrooms (love the tucked-away showers) and tile floors throughout the spacious home. Open floor plan and both bathrooms are accessible from hallway. Comfy beds and large, comfy family room couch. Especially enjoyed the comfy outdoor furniture for coffee and hanging at the pool when we were not at the beach.
Well-appointed amenities welcome guests and makes one feel in their home away from home.
Hosts are easy to communicate with as well. My family and I would definitely choose to stay at the Blue Grotto again!
Thank you Kelly and Domenico!
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house is spacious, beautifully kept, and has everything you could possibly need. The backyard with the pool, loungers, umbrellas, and grill was perfect for relaxing evenings.The location is unbeatable — just a couple of minutes’ walk to the ocean, with soft white sand and stunning turquoise water. No cars, no crossing streets — just pure paradise at your doorstep.Traveling with a baby was made so easy — there was a playpen with a comfortable mattress where our little one slept peacefully at night, and a high chair for feeding. The backyard had boxes full of water toys for kids, plus beach chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards — it’s so nice not to worry about what to pack or how to entertain your child (or yourself!).A special thank you to the owners of this wonderful home — such kind, friendly, and communicative people. Any question we had was answered or resolved immediately.I will truly miss this place as we head back to Illinois, and we hope to return next year!
Beautiful, modern, spacious house. Very short walk to white sand beach. We appreciated the beach toys and wagon being available. The pool heater was not functioning properly, but the owner was readily available and diligent in getting it taken care of eventually. Great first experience on AMI and we would rent this property again if returning.
Curtis D.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 1, 2023
Hi Curtis,
Thank you for the kind words. We are very sorry about the pool heater. Lead time to get a repair did take longer than we hoped. It is working just fine now and really hope you come back soon. We do appreciate the feedback and your patience.
Thanks
After staying in many homes in this area Blue Grotto was by far the best location, steps from the beach, bars, restaurants & shops.
The house was amazing! It was clean with a very well equipped kitchen, comfortable spacious seating, huge soft beds and great pool area with everything needed for a day at the beach including chairs, umbrellas, toys & a cart for easy transportation!
Correspondence with host was easy, fast & friendly.
Would highly recommend.
We very much enjoyed this house ! The location is 2 min from the beach, the private pool was very clean and a nice feature with good quality out door furniture to relax . The beds were comfortable and had the softest sheets.the kitchen was stocked with utensils and everything needed to cook. The bathrooms were big with walk in showers. The whole house was exactly as described and had everything you needed to relax and have a great vacation! Owners were very communicative and their welcome email was very helpful with a ton of information about the island. We would book again!!! :)