Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA
Steps from beach access! Welcome to `Strawberry Sunset` at the Gulf Drive Inn - Where Sunsets are Sweeter! a spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom suite with a sofa bed, full kitchen and living area. This duplex style bungalow has resort-like amenities with a shared backyard space including a heated saltwater pool, spa and gas grill. Whether you`re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply in need of an extended beachside stay, The Gulf Drive Inn has it all! Inquire for shorter stays ⭐️Super host Property + Verified for Cleanliness + Communication⭐ The space 📍 3014 Gulf Drive Unit A - `Strawberry Sunset ` at the Gulf Drive Inn.
This duplex style resort property with a private entrance comes with one parking space with easy access to everything. ✦ Located minutes from the beach and across the street from the Grassy Point Preserve, an ecological park with a nature trail and boardwalk perfect for morning walks. ✦ The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need – Featuring stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and all the essential cookware and utensils.
✦ Resort-Style Amenities - Guests have access to a heated, shared pool, complete with a poolside grill and comfortable patio furniture – a great way to cool off or gather for a laid-back meal.
✦ Close to the free trolley stop which is only one block away running north and south on AMI, shops and restaurants
`Strawberry Sunset ` is one of four resort suites at The Gulf Drive Inn. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties! Entry codes will be provided the day of arrival once property is ready. Rental agreement to be signed before check in. For your convenience, the home includes a beach wagon with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—everything ready for a relaxing stay!
Please note a starter set of toiletries and supplies are left for your arrival. The complimentary starter set includes: Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, small hand soap, one paper towel roll, two garbage bags, small dish soap and two pods for the dishwasher. With a Publix grocery store located nearby for anything else desired.
Pools are heated October - April at no additional costs. Full disclosure if temperate drop below 60 heaters do not work at full capacity fighting the ambient temp. Below 60 the heaters do not come on until temperatures rise Please Remember: You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level. Noise ordinance is in effect 10pm to 7am. Excessive and unreasonable noise can result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
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Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am
No parties
No smoking
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Property # 3641987
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Holmes Beach
Located in Ilexhurst, a neighborhood in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Beaches. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 15 min walk
The Ugly Grouper - 4 min drive
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Wicked Cantina - 3 min drive
Smoqehouse - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?
As of May 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA on May 31, 2026 start from $323, 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 Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA located?
Located in Ilexhurst, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Loved our stay! Amanda was a great host! The home was so comfortable and clean! The hot tub/pool area was private and had such a great vibe - we grilled out 4 nights and enjoy drinks by the pool! The beach was a very short walk and we actually walked to restaurants and Publix, so a great location. Also, definitely use the trolly if you stay on the island, it is a great way to get around also. Would love to stay again!
The host was very helpful and responded promptly. The unit was very clean and exactly what we expected. We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning in the future.
The pool and hot tub were great and kept well cleaned by regular maintenance. The evening lighting set a nice atmosphere. Inside has been recently renovated and was very nice. We weee disappointed that we couldn’t get the “March Madness” games on the TV Spectrum cable. There was a chair needing repair and maintenance came out the following morning. The biggest issue we had was that the bathroom sink had such a small stream of water that we used the kitchen to brush our teeth and wash our hands. We were told that they knew of this issue and it would not be fixed. Hence my not perfect score.
T. Diane E.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2026
Hi Diane!
Thank you for your kind review! We are glad you enjoyed. I think we said we were aware the water pressure wasn’t high but we’ve previously checked into and it was the design of the faucet so it was not something we could fix during your stay but we will look into maybe a different faucet in the future if it continues to be an issue. We would love to have you back and maybe try another unit :)
Looks just like pictures.
Close to the beach & trolley stop. Nice pool.
Would be great for a family who wanted to stay together but have some privacy since it's a duplex.
Easy check in.
Would stay here again.
There is no ocean or beach view. There is a shared pool but you do need to walk back and open the fenced in area to access. It is not visible or direct access from this unit. There is a space for a vehicle to park. You do need to walk down the sidewalk and then walk down a road to walk to the beach. Property is close to Walgreens, Publix, dining choices, and transportation. Very clean. We would stay here again!
Becky K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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