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2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Garage 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

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Outside

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill

Whispering Palms Villa at North Beach Village is a bright, sunny, and beautifully decorated coastal-style townhouse tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac on Gulf Drive—just a 2-minute walk to the famous sugary white-sand beaches of the Gulf.

Start your mornings on the sunny open deck off the main living area with a peek of the Gulf and your coffee in hand. After a day enjoying the beach’s gorgeous teal waters, rinse off in the private outdoor shower and unwind on the oversized private lanai surrounded by tropical palms—perfect for cocktails, relaxing, or watching TV.

This peaceful neighborhood is ideal for families, with safe streets for kids, biking, and walking. Guests enjoy access to a large heated community pool in a lush tropical setting, plus restaurants, shopping, and island attractions all within walking distance. Holmes Beach Park is just 5 blocks away and offers tennis courts, basketball, a boat launch, and open play space.

Enjoy the convenience of private parking for 3 cars (1 in garage, 2 under the front deck).

Getting around is easy with the free trolley service on Anna Maria Island, with a stop just across the street, running daily from 6 AM–10 PM. The free Monkey Bus also provides transportation around the island and nearby areas.

Included Amenities

✔ Professional luxury linen service with hypoallergenic, fragrance-free laundering
✔ Sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels & pool towels
✔ Starter supplies including toilet paper, paper towels & detergents
✔ Free WiFi
✔ Private outdoor shower
✔ Oversized heated pool access
✔ Family-friendly location near beach, parks & dining

House Rules & Policies

• No smoking indoors – $500 cleaning fee for violations
• Quiet hours after 10 PM per island ordinance
• No parties or loud music
• Pool closes at dusk and is heated seasonally (Thanksgiving–Easter)
• Exterior security cameras monitor the perimeter only
• Guests are responsible for any fines, damages, or liability during their stayWhispering Palms Villa is the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and island charm—ideal for families, couples, or anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway. 🌴☀️o

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

You may inquire

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

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.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1273832vb
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 cycling and horse riding nearby.
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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
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • 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
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill 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, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill?

As of 16 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill on 21 Jul, 2026 start from S$376, 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, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2 Min Walk to Gulf Beaches, Heated Pool, XL Lanai, Gas Grill 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Tonya S.

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

Family vacation

Great location so close to the beach, really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gretchen j.

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

Great property

We really enjoyed our stay. Great property with EVERYTHING you need! Great location! Comfortable beds, lots of space, and nicely decorated!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

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

Perfect family get away

Perfect location, walking distance to beach and entire island accessible by golf cart! Would definitely stay again! Little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept, 2023
Please come back again! Was there anything we could have done to improve the accommodations?
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marla F.

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

Relaxing get-away!

I would love to live here permanently! Everything about our stay was easy. Thank you for sharing this comfy house and fantastic location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alejandro M.

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

Beautiful comfortable place

Only two blocks from the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

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

Great Spot!

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martina H.

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

Great location

The location and property were great. The weather was a little colder than I expected.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik D.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Girls trip

This property was perfect for our girls trip. Very clean and well stocked. Communication was effortless.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

Love the Island

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

Awesome!

Everything you need you will find at this rental! Easiest process we’ve ever experienced!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Dusty W.

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

Great for families

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.
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Beautiful home and location

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!
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

katie s.

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

Great beach access

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kevin K.

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

HOT

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.
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.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

laura r.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Traumatic wanted to leave as soon as we arrived!

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.
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.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriet G.

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

Holmes Beach 6317

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meghan J.

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

Great location

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

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

Wonderful Vacation

Lovely, gorgeous property! Elissa an amazing host! Very close to the beach and restaurants. Excellent location! Do not hesitate, book it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Short walk to beach, lots of space

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
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

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

Perfect

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect home, perfect location, perfect host!

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael H.

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

Very nice

We had a very nice experience with this property. Easy walk to beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Lovely home

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Elissa

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We’ve been visiting Anna Maria Island since 1987 and purchased our vacation home in 1999. Over the years, we’ve raised our three children here during countless island vacations and created lasting memories with family and friends who have also enjoyed staying in our home.

While we reside in Connecticut, the island has always been a special part of our lives. We truly love sharing our home and hope you’ll enjoy it and create your own unforgettable memories on Anna Maria Island.

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.

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