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NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6

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Private Pool at your private Holmes Beach Oasis on Anna Maria Island
Welcome to "Tickled Pink Cottage"! Glad you are here!
Extra wide driveway for parking
Come and sit on our front porch! Easy walkway from car to home
Pool with travertine patio in the private backyard. No 2-story house spying on U

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Gallery West
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Owners Suite

1 King Bed

Sun Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Owners Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6

No Sharing! Single Family Home. Free HEATED POOL Nov15-Apr15! Quick 5min walk to the Beach! No A&B sides and NO shared pools! No crossing busy streets!!

Stand alone, single family, ground level home has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths with PRIVATE POOL and "cool to the feet", Travertine tile patio surround. Large open floor plan allows for everyone to be in the same room and enjoy your time at the beach. Sun-room allows for some private time or can double as additional sleeping space with a full-size fold out sofa for extra guests. The polished terrazzo floors mean you don't have to worry about sand or dirt on the carpet!

The home is fully stocked with all dishes, cooking utensils, linens, beach chairs, beach toys and outside B-B-Q grill. The home is bright and open with plenty of windows to let in natural light. There is a spacious dining area with seating for 6. The kitchen is fully equipped with fridge and ice-maker, smooth-top stove, over-the-range microwave, dishwasher, K-cup & regular pot coffee maker, utensils, dishes, cutlery, crock-pot & more! Other amenities include in-unit washer & dryer, puzzles, games and book library, Flat screen TV with expanded cable in living room. Roku TV in Sunroom. All bedrooms feature flat-screen TVs with antennas. The home features Wi-Fi/High Speed Internet throughout the home, all linens & kitchen items included.

Just a short walk down 66th Street to the sugar, white sand beaches of Anna Maria Island. Located in a residential neighborhood with NO busy streets to cross make this home very desirable for those with children. Another plus is that there are no houses over single story looking down on you....privacy! The trolley stop is just across the street. Located mid-island, makes us close to historic Pine Avenue, shopping, churches and restaurants in the heart of Holmes Beach and a trolley ride away from Bradenton Beach & the #3 Rated beach in the World--Coquina Beach!

"Tickled Pink" cottage is just that....Tickled Pink to have you as guests to share the charm of this old-style Florida home.


Pets considered ONLY with 28 day minimum rental during months of October-April. Non-refundable pet fee. Pet MUST be listed on reservation.

Golf Cart Rental: There is no exterior charging available for electric golf carts. GAS GOLF CARTS must be used. NO Exceptions.

Pool heat is complementary between November 15 & April 15. Our pool and pool equipment are closely monitored for your safety, we kindly ask that the controls not be tampered with. Due to the island's strict 10pm noise ordinance, the pool heaters will not run overnight, we do our best to ensure that the pool is heated to a temperature of 82 degrees. However, please be aware that even in Florida we do occasionally get cold spells that can send the temperatures in 40's & 50's for a few nights in a row. This will cause the pool water temp to draw down to the 70's and the pool pump will shut down if the outside temp gets too cold. The pump will then kick back on in the morning and begin re-heating of the pool back to 82, which may take some time depending on air temps.

Please note that during Feb, Mar, June, July & Aug we request Saturday to Saturday rentals. Please contact us if you have alternate dates prior to a reservation request. We may also be able to accommodate your dates, based on other bookings.

Guests MUST complete & RETURN completed lease agreement. ANY LEASE NOT COMPLETED 1 WEEK PRIOR TO CHECK-IN WILL RESULT IN CANCELLATION OF RESERVATION & REFUND (minus administrative fee). All guests pay all fees associated with their stay. This includes taxes, cleaning, VRBO service charge and online payment fee. GUESTS HAVE NO ACCESS TO GARAGE.

CITY REQUIRED NOTICE: NOISE ORDINANCE IN PLACE IN HOLMES BEACH--QUIET HOURS 10PM-7AM
**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 & UNRESPECTABLE NOISE CAN DEPRIVE NEIGHBORS OF THE PEACEFUL ENJOYMENT OF THEIR PRIVATE PROPERTY.**

Minimum Stay: 7 nights per city code
Occupancy: Maximum 6 persons
Onsite parking: 4 vehicles on paved driveway
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Monthly rate = 4 weeks/28 days.
Guests MUST request early check-in and will be granted based on availability and services completion. Check in time is 4pm

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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number VRC19-000128

About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Island Gallery West - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 6 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6 have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6 on May 2, 2026 start from $467, 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 NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6 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 NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NO Busy Roads to Cross to Get to the Beach! 5 min walk to beach! Sleeps 6 located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was very responsive. Very clean with a comfortable bed and good kitchen supplies. A good location and just a short walk to the beach. We would be happy to stay here again.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was perfect. We loved cooling off in the pool after several hours on the beach. There is some traffic noise however it really wasn’t an issue. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine F.

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

Perfect stay!

This cottage was perfect for our beach vacation! Everything you need is included, all as described online with the cottage, cutest decor, super clean, easy beach walk, would definitely stay again here!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

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

Lovely home

House was very clean and well stocked, we would stay again if we return to Anna Maria
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Perfect Stay

We had a great time at this property (2 adults and 2 kids). It had everything we needed and the beach cart and chairs were especially helpful and made getting to the beach with everything we needed so easy. It was exactly as described and the central location made it easy to get anywhere on the island quickly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor L.

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

Great stay

Clean house and pool, very convenient to beach and island trolley.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

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

Great beach vacation spot!

Loved our vacation here, super short walk to the beach (even for the kids), house was a great spot to hang out and swim in the pool to escape from the heat wave when we weren't at the beautiful beaches! Enjoyed our stay immensely, would definitely stay again...thanks!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

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

Tickled Pink vacation

We had a great stay with good weather. The property was clean and maintained.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Cute house in a great location!

House was very clean and well-stocked. Decorating was perfect, and the pool was a huge plus. Easy access to everything on the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susie W.

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

Great family vacation

The house was beautifully decorated and well stocked. Susan was very responsive, a great host. We loved our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Best family vacation!

The house is exactly as described. Super convenient to the beach and all restaurants. Highly recommend renting a gas powered golf cart for the week. We enjoyed our stay so much and if we head back to the island, we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha R.

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

Tickled Pink for the win!

We had such an amazing visit from accommodations to the beach and excursions! We felt so comfortable and at home with definitely do it again! The house pool was great, everyone enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mehgan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

AMI Family Getaway

House had all the amenities my family could need. Space to spread out, comfy beds, well appointed kitchen, and a pool! I couldn't rate it 5 stars because of the location...its a corner lot on the main street, not included on the listing, and exact address is only provided after booking. We stayed over a holiday weekend and even though there is folage for privacy, there was constant traffic noise. Overall we enjoyed the island and will be back in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Cute and Clean

The home is very cute and so clean! My 3 and 4 year old girls loved all the pink! They called it the Barbie dream house because of all the pink. The home is very well appointed and equipped with absolutely everything you need for a perfect stay on AMI! The beach is a quick 3 blocks away and the back yard is very tropical with great landscaping and a new smaller pool. The pool was perfect for our girls learning to swim as it wasn’t too deep. There was road noise but we played music in the back yard when we were enjoying the pool and it made the road noise very reduced. All in all another great year on AMI!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Barbara F.

Stressful Setting Does Not Equal Relaxing Vacation

We were very excited about visiting and vacationing on Anna Maria Island. Read all the posted reviews and thought Tickled Pink Cottage would be a relaxing setting to enjoy with our family. We have traveled all over the world and unfortunately we were disappointed. We wanted a nice vacation that was stress free and from the moment we arrived it built very quickly and was with us our entire stay. We admit we arrived 45 minutes early to a clean empty house and brought in our suitcases only to be confronted 15 minutes later by an angry owner’s husband who preceded to yell at us. After verbally chastising us we left only to be called immediately by the owner and told we needed to pay an additional $200 fee or forfeit our entire vacation. We paid the fee and returned at the proper time…not a minute early!! Okay, we made a mistake going into the house but the reaction by the owner was uncalled for…it could have been handled in a more civilized way on the owner’s part. So, not a good start…. Pros Easily walk to the beach AC worked great Nice Pool when clean Clean house, nice kitchen Cons So many rules – the refrigerator was covered with house rules, book with house rules, and Post-It notes throughout the house with more rules - even what brand of toilet paper and how to flush…. Dirty BBQ – notified owner – was told the previous tenant had no problem using it, but they never cleaned off the crusted on food and grease…we didn’t bother grilling like we had planned. Noise – although numerous notices about noise ordinance violations and the threat of fines, the house is next to a busy street with considerable traffic noise even late into the evening. We believe the noise level was well above the maximum daytime limit of 65 decibels and nighttime noise limit of 50 decibels that was spelled out in the house rules. In those rules the owner noted a whisper is 30 decibels. Bring your sound meter to make sure you abide by the rules. We were afraid to even sit in the backyard at night!! Pool – it very nice but the owner said it would be cleaned and that was never done throughout our stay (and we did notify the owner about the pool debris). Ceiling fan in living room – could not turn down the speed from max and the after notifying the owner the response was they would not fix it because of our early arrival. We made sure we followed all the rules and left the house per all the rules. We were "Tickled Pink" to finally go home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Perfect little pink house

Cutest pink house exactly as described. Location is perfect! The house is stocked with EVERYTHING. Susan is a five star host. During our stay there was a bad storm that caused the ac to stop working. Susan came over right away and had it fixed immediately. She’s as lovely as her pink house and goes above and beyond to ensure your stay is perfect. Can’t wait to book this property again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon J.

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

Excellent property!

Our family of 6 comfortably stayed here and enjoyed the pool, games, beach supplies, and short walk to Holmes beach! The owner was super responsive (we only had 2 minor issues which were rectified immediately) We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

4th of July sunsets

It was at a good location as well as clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline c.

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

Happy stay

The house was roomy, had all conveniences and the pool was wonderful - spacious and clean. The area around the pool was very usable and even came with a bird’s nest and nesting birds. Loved it.
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Home away from home

All the comforts of home with a beautiful patio and pool area and a short walk to the beach. Well stocked kitchen, very comfortable and roomy living space for two couples with everything needed for a day at the beach. We loved the pool most of all and look forward to returning next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Beyond Perfect

We had a wonderful stay at this location. Everything matched exactly to the listing on VRBO. Perfect location and space for our family to walk to the beach and a short walk to a few of the restaurants in AMI. Susan is an excellent host and immediately addressed a small issue with one of the showers that we noticed on arrival. We also have family in Bradenton which made it easy for us to get together and enjoy all that AMI offers. We will be definitely be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken P.

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

Fantastic House

The house was perfect for a family of four. Plenty of room so we all had our space when we wanted it. We used the outdoor pool several times everyday. The location is a short walk to the beach and you don't have to cross busy roads. The owner is a pleasure to work with and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Tickled Pink with Tickled Pink

What an adorable cottage! Perfectly themed for Florida Beach. The house was exactly as pictured, and just right for my family of 4. The beach was 2 blocks down the street (exactly 0.25 by my fitbit) with no busy roads to cross. Beach was clean and not too crowded. The pool was a relished haven to return to after the beach. My kids floated and splashed for hours. All the beach things you could need were provided(the cart was a little rusty so we didn't take it out, but truly that was the only thing that wasn't perfect). The house itself was immaculately cleaned prior to our arrival. We felt comfortable, safe and at home. The kitchen had every pot and pan you would need, and a coffee pot that made the hottest cup of coffee I have ever had (and downright near perfect)! Location was great- quiet neighborhood, easy to get around. If you want a small piece of heaven in a great location, do not hesitate to rent this property. The owner was super easy to work with and very accommodating. Would definitely stay here again if we return to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Perfect Getaway at Tickled Pink

We had the best stay at Tickled Pink. The house was in a great location (short walk to the beach) and Susan (the owner) was super attentive and responsive if we had any questions. The house was clean, had everything we needed for our family of four. Beach chairs, beach towels, and a wagon are all provided which made packing even easier! We would not hesitate to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William and Deborah S.

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

Heartland Happiness

Loved the location, great booking experience, would definitely return to this rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Vacation Cottages AMI (Susan)

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What's not to love about Anna Maria Island? I have family on the island and we love this community of friends, neighbors and visitors.

Why they chose this property

Small enough to manage the chores, but big enough for family and friends. Light and bright spaces and NO BUSY STREETS TO CROSS to get to the sugar white sands of the Gulf of Mexico.

What makes this property unique

Travertine patio surrounds my pool, which means no hot pavers under your feet when you are getting in or out of the pool! Private tropical backyard surrounds the pool...bananas fresh right off the trees!

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