Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach!

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A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with blinds, and a door.
A kitchen with grey cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden dining table.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with white chairs. There is a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and a washing machine in the background.
A covered porch with two Adirondack chairs, white railings, and a red building with a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bradenton Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms

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About the area

Holmes Beach

Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and Florida Maritime Museum at Cortez are also worth visiting.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach! have a pool?

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

Is Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Best Little Beach House on Anna Maria Island! With a pool & steps to the beach! located?

Located in Ilexhurst, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Gulf Intracoastal Waterway and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 294 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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
Truly a lovely cottage. Well maintained, great location, host very accommodating. The private pool was very relaxing. Our first visit to Anna Maria Island and we plan to come back. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! Such a nice little place to stay with privacy!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house - perfect location close to the beach and close to the Walgreens.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a great location. Be sure to rent a golf cart. It's the easiest way to get around. Easy walk to the beach. The pool was great. Be sure to stop by the Doctors Office and get your wellness shot!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the middle of the island. The only thing that would have made the experience better was if there was more things like trash can bags,a new sponge for dishes, and more towels since we were there for a week. Overall excellent, and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2026
Aww I’m so sorry you felt that you were kissing items. We had extra sponges and trash bags under the sink. We also had backup towels packed away on site. We would have been happy to assist you during your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the best little beach house! It’s very clean, cutely decorated, and the host, Jessica, was great with communication leading up to the trip and during. Location to the beach and grocery store is perfect! Having your own private pool is even better and the sunsets are like no other. ! Would recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing stay within walking distance to the beach. Already planning the next visit to AMI!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect little beach house. It was a great distance from the beach! AC worked great and it was nice to have a washer/dryer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for the two of us. Great location and loved the pool. We had everything we needed. Host was very responsive to our questions. We hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the “Cottage by the Sea,” as we called it for a week, was wonderful! It was located perfect for a walk to get groceries or even a bite to eat. It had everything we needed, was clean, and a block from the turquoise ocean! The pool was amazing to swim in after my morning walks. This was our first trip to A.M.I., and we will definitely stay here on our return trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a charming and very well appointed cottage a short walk from the beach. It's unique in having a small private pool. The bed and living room furniture were very comfortable and the shower fabulous. The cottage was very clean, comfortable and one of our favorite rentals!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time at the Best Little Beach House. The house is small but just perfect for a couple. We loved the decor, comfortable bed, kitchen supplies and the pool with the waterfall was wonderful. The crepe restaurant in the Walgreens shopping center was my favorite, the hot dog place on Gulf drive was really good also. Both are in walking distance as was the beautiful beach just a few blocks away. We are hoping to return for another visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay. Beach house was just perfect and exactly as described. It was very close to the beach and the pool was definitely an added bonus. Will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely the best beach house on AMI. Great amenities and the private heated pool with small deck just makes it perfect. The bag of local coffee was a wonderful addition to a house that had all the necessary appliances and dishes needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our time at the beach. The house is in a great location. The pool was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place

had a great stay. enjoyed the house and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It is the perfect beach house.

It’s a great place in the perfect location.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. Rental is very clean and accommodating.

Hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Istand price increases but after seeing a few other places I feel it was a bit expensive. The beach items were very worn out or broken, the washer/dryer nachinee did not dry our little loads. Everything else was good. Thanks1
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach house.

Private but close to beach, shopping, and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great vacation spot for two!

Everything was perfect and wonderful!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best little beach house on Anna Maria

Was our sixth time renting and have always enjoyed our stay
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

It is the best little cottage on the beach

Love this cottage!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location. It is the “Best little beach house “.

Awesome vacation spot. Carolyn is the perfect host.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent beach house, would stay again

Best little beach house was spotless and comfortable. The pool and proximity to the beach was better than we could have hoped for! We would come back again for sure, had a wonderful time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Second Stay

Second time staying at Best Little Beach House on AMI stay just as wonderful as the first.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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