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Reviews
9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123700 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
King Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
King Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
King Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
King Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Twin Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Twin Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Large Single Level-1 Minute Walk To The Beach-5 minute walk to Restaurant/Shops
Welcome to the Blue Grotto — Your 3,700 sq ft Island Playground!
Recently renovated with all-new kitchens and more!
Kick back, spread out, and settle into our spacious 3700 sq ft beach house featuring:
• 6 bedrooms
• 4 bathrooms
• 2 full kitchens
• 2 living rooms
• 2 bar areas
• Tons of space for both Team Early Riser and Team Sleep-In to vacation in harmony
Only 6 houses from the beach and steps from your large private pool*—you’ll be planning next year’s trip before this one ends.
The House
• Two full living areas — perfect for big families or groups needing extra hangout zones
• Two fully equipped kitchens
• Outdoor TV for poolside game days
• Shuffleboard table for bragging rights
• 4 king bedrooms + 2 twin bedrooms, each with its own TV
• Large private pool (heating optional*)
Beach & Essentials Provided
We supply:
• Beach towels, chairs, wagon, cooler
• Bath towels, sheets & blankets
• A starter set of basics: soaps, trash bags, etc.
• Kitchens stocked with dishes, utensils, gadgets & more
The Famous “Golden Triangle” — AKA Everything-Is-Right-Here Zone
You're surrounded by all the island favorites. Walk, bike, or hop on a golf cart to reach:
• 5-minute walk → AMI Beach Café (Dad’s all-you-can-eat pancakes!)
• 2-minute golf cart ride → Freckled Fin Irish Pub for a cold beer
• 5 minutes → Two Scoops Ice Cream (dangerously delicious)
• 2 minutes → The Doctor’s Office for next-level cocktails
• 2 minutes → The Ugly Grouper… and safely back home again
• 4 minutes → Fresh seafood at Captain Anthony’s + groceries at Publix
• End of the block → Free Island Trolley to Coquina Beach & AMI City Pier
• Ginny’s & Jane E’s → Cinnamon rolls the size of your head
• The Sand Bar → Sunset + piña colada w/ dark rum floater (mandatory)
• Historic Bridge Street → Souvenirs, live music & island shopping
• Tide Tables → Legendary fried grouper
• Starfish → Fried shrimp some call “life-changing”
Island Days Done Right
• Watch the game on the outdoor TV while the kids splash in the pool
• Wander to the sugar-white sand beach in seconds
• Swap ocean sightings: Manatee? Sea turtle? Mermaid?
• Challenge the crew to a shuffleboard showdown
• Wind down with a 1-minute stroll to a jaw-dropping sunset
• Sleep soundly in plush king and twin bedrooms
Experience Vintage AMI
Anna Maria Island is a 7-mile stretch of pure old-Florida charm—flip-flops required, speed limit max 35 mph, relaxation guaranteed.
See y’all soon at the Blue Grotto!
*Pool heat available for an additional charge
Ask about off-season stays shorter than a week
VRC21-000058
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.
Recently renovated with all-new kitchens and more!
Kick back, spread out, and settle into our spacious 3700 sq ft beach house featuring:
• 6 bedrooms
• 4 bathrooms
• 2 full kitchens
• 2 living rooms
• 2 bar areas
• Tons of space for both Team Early Riser and Team Sleep-In to vacation in harmony
Only 6 houses from the beach and steps from your large private pool*—you’ll be planning next year’s trip before this one ends.
The House
• Two full living areas — perfect for big families or groups needing extra hangout zones
• Two fully equipped kitchens
• Outdoor TV for poolside game days
• Shuffleboard table for bragging rights
• 4 king bedrooms + 2 twin bedrooms, each with its own TV
• Large private pool (heating optional*)
Beach & Essentials Provided
We supply:
• Beach towels, chairs, wagon, cooler
• Bath towels, sheets & blankets
• A starter set of basics: soaps, trash bags, etc.
• Kitchens stocked with dishes, utensils, gadgets & more
The Famous “Golden Triangle” — AKA Everything-Is-Right-Here Zone
You're surrounded by all the island favorites. Walk, bike, or hop on a golf cart to reach:
• 5-minute walk → AMI Beach Café (Dad’s all-you-can-eat pancakes!)
• 2-minute golf cart ride → Freckled Fin Irish Pub for a cold beer
• 5 minutes → Two Scoops Ice Cream (dangerously delicious)
• 2 minutes → The Doctor’s Office for next-level cocktails
• 2 minutes → The Ugly Grouper… and safely back home again
• 4 minutes → Fresh seafood at Captain Anthony’s + groceries at Publix
• End of the block → Free Island Trolley to Coquina Beach & AMI City Pier
• Ginny’s & Jane E’s → Cinnamon rolls the size of your head
• The Sand Bar → Sunset + piña colada w/ dark rum floater (mandatory)
• Historic Bridge Street → Souvenirs, live music & island shopping
• Tide Tables → Legendary fried grouper
• Starfish → Fried shrimp some call “life-changing”
Island Days Done Right
• Watch the game on the outdoor TV while the kids splash in the pool
• Wander to the sugar-white sand beach in seconds
• Swap ocean sightings: Manatee? Sea turtle? Mermaid?
• Challenge the crew to a shuffleboard showdown
• Wind down with a 1-minute stroll to a jaw-dropping sunset
• Sleep soundly in plush king and twin bedrooms
Experience Vintage AMI
Anna Maria Island is a 7-mile stretch of pure old-Florida charm—flip-flops required, speed limit max 35 mph, relaxation guaranteed.
See y’all soon at the Blue Grotto!
*Pool heat available for an additional charge
Ask about off-season stays shorter than a week
VRC21-000058
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.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
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About the area
Holmes Beach
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near a water park 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, or check out an event or a game at LECOM Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
- Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Holmes Beach Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Island Gallery West - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Manatee Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- West Coast Surf Shop - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Ugly Grouper - 9 min walk
- Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 8 min walk
- Smoqehouse - 5 min drive
- Anchor Inn - 3 min drive
- Ginny's & Jane E's - 6 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
30 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
ivana v.
10 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ivana v.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ruth C.
22 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Ruth C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa P.
6 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Anna Maria Island
Melissa P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marsha H.
7 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marsha H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael D.
13 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Michael D.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darla G.
22 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Darla G.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Valerie F.
18 Feb, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Valerie F.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cathy T.
29 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Blue Grotto!
Cathy T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Clayton B.
5 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If We Could Give It 6 Stars We Would!
Clayton B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda M.
22 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Ladies Love the Blue Grotto!
Rhonda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa C.
4 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
Melissa C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sherry R.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ton of space for our crew!
Sherry R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurie P.
25 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Spot
Laurie P.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
cathy s.
1 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas family vacation
cathy s.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Scott R.
11 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family experience
Scott R.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
mary ann f.
19 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
mary ann f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Karen C.
30 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect size perfect location
Karen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
David P.
31 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Blue Grotto
David P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
23 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Linda S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
25 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family trip
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen M.
6 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place we have ever stayed on AMI
Karen M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ann P.
1 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blue Grotto was Amazing!
Ann P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jack A.
12 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Anniversary
Jack A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne S.
24 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Yvonne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
About the host
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