2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More
Whispering Palms Villa at North Beach Village is a bright and sunny, tastefully decorated beach style townhouse located in a quiet col de sac on Gulf Drive. It is a quick 2 minute walk to the famous white sugary sand beaches of the Gulf.
Enjoy the large sunny open deck with a peak of the Gulf off the main living area for your morning coffee. After a long day sunning at the gorgeous teal waters of the beach rinse off in the private outdoor shower and relax for awhile on the oversized private lanai surrounded by palms off the dining area and have a cocktail or watch some TV!
Quiet col de sac on Gulf Drive makes it safe for kids. Beach is steps away. Oversized heated pool surrounded by a lush tropical setting for North Beach Village residents and guests. Restaurants and shopping within walking distance. Safe for kids, bike riding and walking. Easily walk about 5 blocks to Holmes Beach Park facilities (tennis courts, basketball court, boat launch, and open play space). You have access to the entire home. Private parking for 3 cars (one car in garage and 2 cars under open front deck) is available.
FREE Trolley service on Anna Maria Island. One of the trolley stops is located across the street to the entrance of North Beach Village on Gulf Drive. It is super convenient to travel the island from one end to the other from 6:00 AM until 10:00 PM. Go touring, pick up your groceries or go out to dinner and have a drink.
The Monkey Bus is another free island transportation services on Anna Maria Island, Florida, and to surrounding areas (Cortez, Sarasota, Longboat Key, Bradenton.)
RULES AND POLICIES This property participates in a Professional Linen Program. We strive to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, to do so we provide a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you high-quality linens that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. These high-quality linens are laundered in a commercial setting that uses only hypoallergenic, perfume & dye free soaps assuring all of our guests a comfortable stay.
We think of the little things to make your vacation special, all linens are provided i.e. sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels and pool towels, we also provide 4 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 2 rolls of kitchen paper towels, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent and softener.
OUR UNIT IS NON SMOKING. Please smoke outdoors and responsibly discard all smoking debris. Evidence of smoking in the unit will result in an immediate and non-refundable $500.00 cleaning fee charged against your card. NOISE ORDINANCE: Anna Maria Island has a zero tolerance for noise after 10 PM. Please show consideration for your neighbors. No loud music, parties or playing in pools after 10 PM. If a neighbor complains the Police Department has no choice but to file a complaint. Any tickets issued for noise violations will be the responsibility of the guest and may result in immediate eviction with no refunds of rent or deposits. ITEMS LEFT IN UNIT: The owner will not be held responsible for any personal items left in the units. If you request us to retrieve and mail items left in the unit, you will be responsible for mailing/shipping charges plus $25.00 processing fee. INOPERABLE EQUIPMENT: Should any mechanical failures occur during your stay, we will do our best to make prompt and thorough repairs. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for inconvenience caused by inoperable equipment. SWIMMING POOL: The pool closes daily at dusk (fall/winter season usually is about 5:30 and spring/summer is about 9:00pm). Pool is regularly cleaned, treated and maintained. Following inclement weather or high winds, pool service cannot be expected “on demand” for removal of fallen leaves or minor debris. Pool skimmers are available for your use if you need them. Pools are heated from approximately Thanksgiving to Easter only and are set no higher than 82 degrees. During colder weather, we cannot guarantee that the pool can be maintained to that degree. No refunds will be offered if the pool temperature cannot be maintained due to unusually cold weather. Under no circumstances are guests to change any settings on the pool equipment. Any repair charges resulting from a guest tampering with the pool equipment will be the responsibility of the guest. SECURITY SYSTEM: There is an exterior security monitoring system for everyone's safety as per my insurance policy. The camera is in front and in back of house. It is only a surveillance for the perimeter of the property. It does not in any way invade in your privacy in the back or front and is only outdoors. INTERNET SERVICE: We offer free Wifi for your convenience. Due to the numerous different providers and age and configuration of your personal computer, we cannot guarantee that you will be able to connect. We will do our best to assist you, but cannot be held responsible and no refunds will be offered if you are unable to take advantage of this service. LIABILITY: Tenant agrees to hold Landlord harmless from all liabilities and all costs of defense, including attorney’s fees arising out of tenant’s use or possession of the leased property, and all claims, damages and liability incurred to invitees, family or friends of Tenant.
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Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz. 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 cycling nearby.
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 4 min drive
The Ugly Grouper - 10 min walk
The Sandbar Restaurant - 5 min drive
Ginny's & Jane E's - 4 min drive
Slim's Place - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More?
As of 11 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More on 21 May 2026 start from £260, 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 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 MIN WALK TO GULF BEACHES, LG HEATED POOL, XLG LANAI - GAS GRILL and More located?
This family-friendly Holmes Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Palmetto Avenue Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great stay at this rental. It was well stocked with everything we needed and so close to everything including the beach. Would definitely return.
Everything was great. Comfortable beds and close beach access. The gas grill at the property was corroded and not functioning well. The grill needs to be replaced. Other than that, we loved everything.
Tom M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erik D.
8 Apr 2019
Exactly as advertised
Terrific unit, ample amenities, and a great location. It included ample towels, beach equipment (chairs, nice wagon, games/toys), and it's a very short walk to a great stretch of beach. We would definitely stay here again.
The location of this property was perfect. The condo is well equipped with beach equipment and games for the family. Our whole family enjoyed their stay. During the week we were there it was extremely hot and the ac had a hard time keeping up. This would be a five star with a larger ac.
Dusty W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come back again. Thank you for your feed back. Unfortunately with COVID-19 we have been on a wait list for the AC unit to be upgraded. Hopefully it will be replaced very soon!
My husband and I with our 4 teenagers stayed the week between Christmas and New Years. The house was clean, pretty and well stocked with beach essentials. The location was in a breathtaking tropical setting and was just a short walk to the beach. Super close to grocery stores, pharmacies, shopping and dining. We had a blast and hope to come back soon!
Sarah P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay...please come back again anytime. Elissa
This property was perfect for me and my two young adult children. It is clean and well-stocked and only a 3 minute walk to a beautiful beach. The place is relatively well-kept but isn’t new and has expected weathering as a beach condo might have. There are some newer places to stay, but the vicinity to the beach makes it’s a great choice. It is also on the trolley route if you want to avoid renting a car. We liked the lanai that also has a television which we enjoyed for watching football playoff games. Elisa was fantastic, giving us updates to ensure the island was in shape for receiving visitors; we also easily got an extension on our final day to accommodate a later flight. Great place.
Great location ! Comfy beds. Bonus room off of garage was ice cold. Main house AC was horrible could not keep 72 no matter what we tried. Temp.inside at 12 was 78. Used the oven 1 day and temp rose to 83. Fridge is crap. A house this size should have a larger washer and dryer. House was not thoroughly cleaned, toe nail clippings, sand hair moldy hvac vents.
Kevin K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2024
I am sorry you were not happy with your stay. The AC unit is a 3 ton unit and 2 years old and if you were having an issue I wish you told us as I would have sent the company out. We were not aware of any issues. Since you left no one has has any issues. The refrigerator worked for previous renter so we were unaware and unfortunately it was not as it should have been. A new one had been ordered as was washer/dryer. Besides the fridge you never reached out to us. I do apologize.
Arrived to a grimy ,dirty house, sofa stained, rugs huge stains, paintwork flaking off mattress stains, broken queen bed.
Dirty stained sun-loungers, outdoor rusty sun sign left on floor ,
garage with rusty washer and broken chairs.
Two cleaners sent to deep clean took over 12 hours to clean through house.
Sofas steam cleaned to remove stains another day.
DIY guy screwed broken bed in top floor still broken rocks too and fro.
The worst is the badly stained mattresses look under the cover they need replacing, awful to think you sleep on them .
Wanted to leave property on checking in!
owner refused and left us to holiday in 5 out of 9 days living in cleaning and trying to repair what should have been done before arrival.
The worst is thinking you sleep on stained mattresses , we stayed out as long as possible as we didn’t want to come back to this property.
laura r.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2023
No Words! Have never experienced a guest like this. Note the past reviews days before as recent as 2 days before she arrived.
We were a party of four adults visiting Holmes Beach during
Christmas week. Our plans were minimal, to build a jig-saw puzzle, enjoy some fresh seafood from Captain Anthony's, roast some oysters, walk a lot, play some games, and enjoy some good conversation over morning coffee and afternoon cocktails.
6317 is nicely located mid-way between two beach bars that made for some nicely long walks on the beach. It is also convenient to Captain Anthony's, Publix, and The Island Seafood Market.
The kitchen table was an excellent venue for our jig-saw puzzle and became the central gathering place throughout our stay.
It was a little chilly but one day we enjoyed the back porch area which was perfectly suited to our game-playing and conversation.
Food was and is one of our favorite events --- preparing it and eating. The kitchen served us well. All the appliances worked as expected and everything turned out as hoped.
We did use the grill to roast some oysters.
6317 served us well, as four. We were supposed to have been 6 and we think that would have been a bit crowded, especially four adults sharing the one upstairs bathroom. We had some issues keeping the temperature consistent. Obeying the note to not adjust the thermostat left us to open and close windows which was a little tricky as the outside temperature was a little inconsistent too.
There are more than a few "don't do . . ." notes which kind of dampen the many reminders to "relax".
There are three noisy events that come with 6317, trash pickup and the landscaping clean-up crew which occur once each week. The other is the stone driveway that crunches with each passing vehicle.
All in all we enjoyed our stay and the unit served us very well. Thanks for making it available and for furnishing it so well.
Happy New Year.
Great location , close to the beach (about 2 blocks). Stocked with everything you need while staying and for the beach. Perfect amount of space for group of 6.
A short walk to the beach and an incredible property. Was there with my wife and 2 boys. Lots of beach games and accessories in the garage. Beautiful home and fantastic stay overall
Whispering palms was the absolute perfect rental for spring break for my family of 5. The location to the beach, trolley stop, the north end, and the closer shopping district couldn’t have been better. The decor was also perfection. It felt like a real retreat. Elissa was always available to communicate with which made the entire process seamless. Oh and THE garage. Having everything you would need for a day at the beach and a place to store it all made it so easy. It really felt like home. Thank you for sharing your vacation home with us, Elissa!
Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! It was beautiful, perfectly stocked with all the comforts of home, and ALL the beach necessities. You had us at Spike ball! You really thought of everything! The location was amazing, with the home right between the pool and the beach, and the wagons made it effortless to take everything wherever we wanted to go. Holmes beach in November was better than we could have even imagined… and nothing is more beautiful than an Anna Maria sunset!
It was perfect for us. This was a "girls' trip" for six. The house was arranged nicely. We especially enjoyed the outside patio and the screened in deck. This was not a house where the "extra" furniture gets put. The furniture and decor were nice. The owner was very responsive and offered help with anything we needed. Short walk to the beach.
Jane S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
About the host
Hosted by Elissa
/Users/elissaohara/Desktop/ We have been going to Anna Maria Island since 1987 and purchased our vacation rental in 1999. We raised our 3 children on the Island for many vacations. Our parents and many friends have stayed at our home on the Island and have made as many memories as we have over the years. Our place of residence is in Connecticut. We would love you to share our home!
Why they chose this property
The perfect location to the Gulf of Mexico (700 ft) and close to everything on Gulf Drive without the busy Gulf Drive traffic. Free trolley pick up steps away along with 2 min walk to beach and pool. Lots of room for a family to spread out....Large sunny front open deck off the living room and off the kitchen is an oversized lanai with dining for 6 and seating comfortably for 6 with a large wall mounted cable TV for relaxing and enjoying the sea breezes.
There is a large bonus room for relaxing and watching TV and steps out into the backyard. There is a private outdoor shower and backyard which has a weber gas grill, table and chairs and room to play corn hole or ring toss games while cooking outdoors.
What makes this property unique
700 ft To Gulf of Mexico sugar sandy beaches. Outdoor shower, Beautiful Bonus Room, Large heated pool, large Gas grill, Oversized front open deck and extra large screened lanai....TVs in every room.