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

Beachfront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Our little duplex cottage on the beach- survived Hurricane Helene!
VRBO 77482 to right side of duplex
VRBO 77482 on the right side of shared porch. Step out right onto the white sand!
The beach is at your doorstep! Gulf front patios perfect for al fresco dining, sunning, or napping.
Duplex Cottage seen from 38th Street

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)

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

About this property

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

Our five unit property was featured in the January/February 2020 issue of Southern Living, and we are honored and thrilled!

Welcome to our Cottage! If you are looking for a simple, quiet, stress-free place to enjoy the beach, this is it. It's not a fancy condo-- no long hallways, distant parking, elevators, or crowds-- and there are no streets to cross to reach the beach--just a sandy walk from your screened porch door. The Cottage is a duplex, and this listing is for the larger side. VRBO #327896 will show you the smaller side. The two sides share a screened porch facing the beach.

The cottage was constructed in 1916 or so, as a caretaker's home for a larger house which is now gone. It has been carefully maintained and updated, but has retained the charm of a bygone era.

The interior walls are heart pine, and so are the floors, refinished by hand. Furnishings have been chosen for comfort-- a rattan recliner and matching sleeper sofa in the living room, dining table with leaf (in case you would like to have a guest or two for supper), and king size bed in the bedroom.

The cottage is shaded by ancient Australian pine trees and has a comfortable shared screened porch for a front-row view of the sunsets and stars. With the windows open at night, you can hear the surf!

Walk directly out the screen porch door, and down to the beach--no streets to cross. Or, sit out on the patio and enjoy your coffee and newspaper, or cocktails. Our guests tell us that the best part of the patio area, (besides the view) is it's size-- plenty of room for spreading out.

We are located a block away from the Cafe on the Beach, convenient for all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts, quick lunches, and relaxing dinners. The beach-front playground is a block and a half away. Take the free trolley and see the rest of the island.

The other side of this duplex, which is a little smaller, VRBO 327896 is also available. See our other units available on the same property, VRBO 82848, 1473396, and 738184.

Keywords: Cottage/Duplex
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ALLOWED
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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
Guest must execute full rental agreement prior to Owner's final acceptance of reservation.
No refunds.
No smoking, pets, parties, day guests.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number TAP5100694
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 10 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬17 min walk

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.

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?

Checkout 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 away from Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

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

Great getaway

Clean and cozy property. Well maintained and great location. Definitely recommend this property for anyone wanting a quiet cozy stay at the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Gem on the Beach

The cottage was extremely clean and right on the beach. Great restaurants and things to do all around. Perfect for 2-4 guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Great location

Wonderful cottage right on the beach. Clean and good communication. Lovely gift basket too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Waco TX

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

Perfectly relaxing time on the beach.

I'd love to come to the Bamboo Apartments again AND SOON!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carole k., Needham, MA

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

Perfect Cottage

Amazing location with easy access to beach. Friendly and welcoming host. Very clean, neat with an old Florida style. Great experience- we hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Relaxed and Refreshed

This was such a perfect place for our family to relax and be refreshed for the weekend! Just steps from the beach, we could come and go as we pleased! The accomodations were quaint and peaceful! We enjoyed the close proximity to the Trolley for getting out to explore AMI! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Summer vacation

Great location . The gift baskets were a nice touch. Access to beach just steps from the beach. Loved it!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

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

Right by the beautiful beach.

Nice cosy rustic cottage along the beach. For two adults who like each other the place is very good. The place was built many years ago, so the walls to your potential neighbor are thin. But we had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim Y.

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

Fabulous weekend birthday!

My wife and i had a great weekend in Alice's cottage..Pkace was clean and clearly well maintained. Oh and did i mention only a few steps to a white, soft sandy beach? Yes this was a great old Florida' experience. Not many of these gems left
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

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

Perfect beach house just off the beach

This house is so perfectly spaced so it is just off the beach and you don’t feel like everyone at the beach is staying with you yet it’s right there so it’s a simple walk down the path to the water. Easy access to places in town and surrounding towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

chuck p.

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

Would have had it no other way!

What a great peace of nostalgic past! As others have said the cottage has not been updated and it never should be! Can’t wait for next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marta C.

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

Loved it.

Alice is so easy to deal with. We rented both sides. My son and myself and daughter with her husband. We saw beautiful sunsets every night. Premises were clean and ideal. Will definitely return. Thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane R.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ari M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Fabianne S.

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

6/10 Okay

Javier T.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Cozy duplex right on Holmes beach.

Right on public beach access road. We visited on a 4th of July weekend. No fireworks on property or public beach and access road (we followed rules). You will however hear that and any chatter from outside given poor insulation in the property. We met the property manager when we noticed someone recording us moving our car the day after we arrived and approached her.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BILLIEJO M.

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

Nice beach

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

A Gem On The Beach

Very nice accommodations. Easy beach access, lots of amenities, and it's clean. Lots to do, great eateries, close grocery store. We’d love to not review and keep this place a secret, but it’s too good not to share with others. Enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill K., Piereton, IN

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

Just what we wanted

This was a perfect location for us......see the ocean, walk to the beach, and enjoy ourselves. The gift basket was a special treat.....we will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall T.

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

Bamboo

I was Ok
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber C., Gaines Genesee County

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

Perfect location!

Alice is a complete gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

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

40th Wedding Anniversary celebration

My wife and I really enjoyed staying in Cottage 1, we loved the proximity to the beach and Alice is an attentive and caring host. We would love to stay here again on our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beach Bungalow

Great Old Florida vibe. Suited our needs perfectly, which was a nice quiet time on a nice quiet beach. All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alice Torres Sutton

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Hi! Our family has owned this property since 1971. My grandparents built it as their retirement home, and now it belongs to us. My mom, Gladys, is on the left in this photo, and that's me, Alice, on the right. Mom passed away in 2014, but her spirit of hospitality continues. I live up in Tampa, and visit during the week with my husband and family.

Why they chose this property

Our family chose to purchase the Cottage because there was no way we could resist! The property is huge, and has the most magnificent view of the beach, especially at sunset, and of course, we loved the neighbors (my grandparents). We live in Tampa, but visit the Island every weekend, and it is a quick trip, about an hour. The Island has an unspoiled small-town charm--like Mayberry but with sand and sun! No matter how short your stay on the Island, it will refresh your spirit.

What makes this property unique

Our cottage offers simple peace and quiet, with sunny or shady spots on the patios facing the beach. The patios are nestled in a native Florida meadow, complete with blanket flowers, railroad vine, and sea oats-- it's a trip to the past, when life was much simpler. When families visit, the patio area is a favorite of the older crowd, since it offers a mix of sun and shade, with a magnificent view of the beach.

The screened porch is a great place for morning coffee and the newspaper, afternoon snacks, or evening refreshments.

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