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Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!

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An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a road.
A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by a brick patio. There are chairs and a table under a green umbrella.
A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees.
A living room with a beige sofa, a white coffee table, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in dishwasher, a granite countertop, a sink, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
This vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers outdoor areas, including a patio, and features golf nearby. Enjoy water activities like scuba diving and kayaking, while the property is pet-friendly. Explore attractions such as Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound.

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Bradenton Beach
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Twin Room

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!

3 bedroom, sleeps 6, private heated pool, steps to the beach

Please note that there is a 7 day minimum reservation, exceptions may be available for last-minute reservations & in the Fall

THE COTTAGE
Blue Turtle Cottage is an Anna Maria Island vacation rental less than a minute walk to the 7 mile sugar-white beach that Anna Maria Island is famous for. Wow! a beach that stretches as far as the eye can see!

INTERIOR
Inside you will find the cottage meets your every need. The kitchen has new granite counters, stainless steel appliances and has been newly outfitted with everything you need. The living room features a flat screen TV with expanded cable for your complete entertainment. Each tropically decorated bedroom is a private oasis with its own TV, new quality cushion top mattresses, and private closet.

EXTERIOR
Walk out the front door and you can hear and smell the ocean because it is only 2 houses to the beach! You will never need to miss a morning beach walk or a breathtaking sunset. This also makes it infinitely easier to go back and forth from the beach all day long when you are this close.

In the private, tropically landscaped backyard you'll find the sparkling blue pool with plenty of tropically colored chairs around it to lounge in. You won't always have to go out to eat, BBQ on your barbecue and eat al fresco at the outdoor dining table. There is also a refreshing outdoor shower to wash away the sand from the beach. You may have a hard time leaving to go anywhere else!

THE ISLAND
Anna Maria Island is known for its laid back, old Florida vibe. A perfect place to come and unwind in an unhurried atmosphere that allows you to decide whether you want to adventure or just relax - whatever your mood.
IF you do decide to leave your private oasis, there are plenty of other activities on the island. Anything from a leisurely bike ride to a fun game of mini-putt to a heart-pounding parasailing ride.
If you want a night off of cooking there are also many good restaurants right on the island. Some are beachfront, - what a treat!

OUR ADVANTAGE
We are always available to our guests for any query or local information and offer a superior personalized experience. We have tried to anticipate all your vacation needs so you can just focus on enjoying your time on Anna Maria Island. Don't worry about bringing beach towels/toys/chairs, we have provided them!

ADVANCED CLEANING PROTOCOLS ARE BEING USED

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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
ALLOWED
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A signed pet addendum and pet fee are required upo
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 556139vb
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy, or consider a night out at Tarpon Bay Grill and Tiki Bar. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Daquiri Deck Bradenton Beach - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! have a pool?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

As of 28 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! on 18 Sept, 2026 start from S$5,959, 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 Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps To The Beach, Private & Heated Pool, Renovated - Now Booking Summer/Fall! located?

Located in Ilexhurst, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Michele Totino

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We are a native Toronto, Canada family who fell in love with laid-back Anna Maria Island.
Whenever we can get there we love to enjoy the family oriented small beach town feel on the island. Here we get to connect and slow down from busy city life.
In our family we have an ocean/beach lover, and a swimming pool lover, and we all enjoy the sun and nature! And Blue Turtle Cottage has it all!

Why they chose this property

We loved this house because of it's proximity to the beach, the private pool and the quiet neighborhood. Everyone who stays at Blue Turtle Cottage agrees that there is something magical about it that is hard to put your finger on.

What makes this property unique

When you step outside the front door of the house you can smell and hear the ocean. Turn left then right as you come out the front door, wave at your friendly neighbors walking or biking by, and in 30 seconds you're at the beach.
If you have a few errands to run turn right and walk or bike a few short blocks and in a few minutes you're at the stores.
Want to go further? Turn left and left and you're at the free trolley stop in a minute. The trolley will take you all over the island.
There are few locations on the island that offer all these advantages and conveniences. All this in a quiet, friendly, safe neighborhood.

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