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Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1

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A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with umbrellas and lounge chairs.
A wooden-paneled living room with a television, dining table, chairs, and a sofa.
A small house with a white door and a window, surrounded by trees and a beach in the background.
A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a mirror with a scalloped frame.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a television, a sofa, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez 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 ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1 on Dec 2, 2026 start from $305, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach cottage is just steps from Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 5 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. 99 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

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, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect for our trip. The views can't be beat. The grounds and buildings were clean and comfortable. Plenty of outdoor seating around the complex to gather and/or relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 16, 2026
Hi Jenny - Thanks for coming to stay! Glad you enjoyed our cottage and had a great time. We look forward to seeing you again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying here. We really like the old school Florida feel of the cottage. On the beach, walk to public beach restaurant and Skinny's. Also walking distance to Publix and shopping area. Owner is easy to contact. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1 on Oct 19, 2026
Hi! Thanks so much for coming to stay with us-- glad you got to enjoy the beautiful weather! We look forward to seeing you again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Old Florida type of cottage. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 24, 2026
Hi Teresa- Thanks so much for coming to stay -- delighted you loved our Old Florida cottage! We look forward to seeing you again. -Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, enjoyed the short walk to the beach, sunsets, shops :). Would stay again!! Kyleh
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2026
Hi Justin- So happy that you had a great stay with us-- we look forward to having you stay again and enjoy more of our sunsets! -Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything about this cottage. It’s vintage, it’s private (with a view) and it’s very clean. All the linens and quilt were fresh out of the laundry. Alice is a great host! We’ve stayed on the island several times and finally found our spot. I don’t want to stay anywhere else. This is it! I hope it never changes and I hope we can stay every year! Thank you Alice for making this trip one of the best!🥰
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
Hi Missy - Thank you for being our guests and for noticing our fresh linens- we wash EVERYTHING between guests, just like my mom taught me. Looking forward to seeing you again! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was such a fantastic stay. My mom and I went down for a few days, and we were so happy with the cottage and Alice. We loved being able to look out or step out the door and be on the beach while still staying at such a cute and clean place. We even walked in to a personalized welcome sign and a gift basket! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2026
Hi Shelby - Yay! So happy that you and your mom had a great stay at our place! We love to make our guests feel welcome and at home in our little cottage. Please come back soon! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic vacation place for my wife and me. Perfect location, beautiful beach and everything you would want in our living space. What a lovely place! And the host was great as well.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2026
Hi! We are thrilled you had a great visit with us-- it was terrific to have you as our guests. I love to make our guests happy!! Please come back any time--and thank you especially for the great review. :-) --Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a gem!! And a perfect location to boot!! My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Alice's Vintage Cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 7, 2026
Hello, Michelle! Thank you both for coming to stay! We were delighted to have you in our little cottage-- can't wait to have you come back again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
easy to beach great views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1 on Sep 26, 2025
Hi Vincent- Thank you so much for coming to stay. We are thrilled you enjoyed your visit! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect. I loved the old Florida feel. It was also very clean. Great vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 4, 2026
Hi! So happy you had a great stay! I'll pass along your cleaning compliment to our housekeepers, who do an amazing job! Please come back to stay again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice beach

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 2, 2024
Hi BillieJo- Thanks for being our guests and so happy you liked our beach! Please come back any time-- Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect. Just steps from the ocean. The sunsets were beautiful! The cabin was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 12, 2025
Hi Mary-- We are delighted you enjoyed your stay-- the sunsets are exceptional this time of year! Please come stay again soon. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My only recommendation is for guests to stay longer than 3 nights :) This place is amazing and is my go to when visiting Anna Maria.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 24, 2025
Hi! Thanks so much for coming to stay with your delightful family, and glad you had a great time. We are looking forward to seeing you again! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property and great owners! Right on the gulf on Holmes Beach. Had a wonderful time Thanks!

Great property and enjoyed Holmes beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2021
Hi Craig! Thanks for coming to stay with us, and we are delighted that you had a good time. Have a great rest of the summer, and hope to see you again soon. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Stay

Fantastic location on the beach! Had a fun, relaxing family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 20, 2021
Hi! Glad that you had a relaxing stay - we love to hear that! Come back soon- Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The best cottage in Paradise!

We highly recommend this cottage, our trip was amazing, the owner is very friendly! We will definitely want to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 29, 2021
Hi Eder! So happy that you came! And a super thank you for the terrific review-- please come back soon. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway for two.

Very convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2023
Hi Derek- We were delighted to have you stay with us! Please come back any time. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I will be coming back. Perfect little cottage right on the beach. Awesome sunsets. Lots of food options. I really enjoyed the laid-back beach vibe
Sunset
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 16, 2025
Hi! Yes, we do have some spectacular sunsets! I'm so happy that you had a great visit at our peaceful little cottage. Please come back soon- we are looking forward to seeing you again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage right on the beach!

The property is in an amazing location, and the property owners take every consideration of their guests, right down to beach chairs, umbrella and cooler. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2022
Hi Amy - Thanks for coming to stay and for treating our cottage so gently! We truly appreciate your care and would love to have you as our guests again soon! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect hideaway

A great little getaway for my son and I, in a great location with easy access to everything you might want.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2022
Hi Wendy- So happy that you and your son enjoyed your visit at our place! Have a great summer and hope that we will see you again in the future- Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and host

Alice was prompt and attentive. Can't beat the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2023
Hi Aaron - Thanks so much for coming, and for taking the time to leave a great review! Glad you enjoyed our place- Please come again! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!

Alice is a complete gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 23, 2023
Hi! We were delighted to have you and your daughter as our guests. Thank you for coming and truly hope to see you both again! Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet sanctauary

This was a perfect place to get away for a few days, very cute, and couldn’t be closer to the beach and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 16, 2023
Hi! Thank you so much for your lovely description of our place as a quiet sanctuary, and for your terrific review. We truly appreciated having you as our guests, and hope that we will see you again in the future- Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time. The house was very cozy, clean, and comfortable. The kitchen had everything you could need. Check-in was very easy. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 31, 2025
Hi! Thanks for coming to stay with us! Delighted that you had a great visit, and found our little cottage comfy and well equipped. We look forward to having you as our guests again. Alice
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Steps from the beach

The property is right on the beach on Anna Marie Island. The bed was comfortable and the sunsets were beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 26, 2020
Hi! Thank you for coming to stay with us, and I'm delighted that you had a good stay. Please come on back any time-- thanks for posting such a terrific review. --Alice :-)
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