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Southern Cross: 3 Min Walk to Gulf Beach

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Pool
Pool
Property grounds
Property grounds
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Southern Cross: 3 Min Walk to Gulf Beach

Welcome to Southern Cross, a charming coastal cottage in the heart of Anna Maria Island. Just a 3-minute stroll from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf, this inviting retreat blends comfort, style, and island charm—perfect for a relaxing beach getaway.

Inside, you’ll find a bright, open living area with coastal-inspired décor, comfortable seating, and plenty of natural light. The fully equipped kitchen offers modern appliances and everything you need to prepare meals at home, whether you’re enjoying them at the dining table or outside on the screened balcony with its peaceful views and fresh sea breeze.

This home features two bedrooms, each with a plush king bed and its own bathroom, creating a private and restful retreat for guests. A washer and dryer are provided for your convenience, and beach essentials are ready for days by the water.

Step outside to your own fenced backyard oasis, complete with a brand-new heated pool surrounded by swaying palms. After a day of exploring, relax on the shaded porch or poolside with a cool drink in hand as the sky transforms with a spectacular Gulf sunset.

Located in a premier Holmes Beach neighborhood, you’ll be close to local shops, restaurants, and the free island trolley. Whether you’re soaking up the sun, strolling the shoreline, or discovering all that Anna Maria Island has to offer, Southern Cross is the perfect place to call home during your stay.

PARKING: 3 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

PETS: Please note this property does NOT allow pets.

***OVERCROWDING CONSEQUENCES***
Maximum occupancy of rental homes on Anna Maria Island are set by the Cities and are strictly enforced. An occupant is any person staying overnight, regardless of the number of nights. Due to recent issues of overcrowding in the area, if maximum occupancy is exceeded during your stay, a $1000 (one thousand dollar) overcrowding fee will be charged to the payment method on file and your party will be immediately evicted. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation to keep Anna Maria Island enjoyable for everyone.

"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 and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property."

*Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

VRC24-000015
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About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, water tubing and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Island Gallery West - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the pool…heated and easy access.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2026
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Southern Cross is located at a great distance from the beach, shops and restaurants making walking easy. The check-in and out process was seamless. The varied outdoor spaces were private and relaxing. Overall the house was clean, but there were a few minor things missed (kitchen table was dirty, multiple light switch covers were dirty and smudges on some doors), but the bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and comfy. The heated pool was a nice bonus for the cooler nights in March, and it was nice that beach equipment and beach towels were provided. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr 2026
Good morning, thank you for the kind words and feedback during your stay. We will relay the message to the cleaning crew so we do not miss those items again. Thanks, Sato Real Estate.
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