Catching Waves – Coastal Retreat w/ Heated Pool, Steps to Beach, Pet Friendly

Hey Mark, Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Catching Waves! Knowing that you're already looking forward to returning truly means the world to us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful Anna Maria Island getaway! Thank you for choosing Once Upon A Beach Vacation Rentals!

We love hearing that, thank you so much! So glad the home was the perfect fit for your week. That’s exactly what we hope for every stay. We’d absolutely love to have you back anytime!

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear everything was great and just as expected. The pool is definitely such a treat on those hot Anna Maria Island days! We would love to welcome you back for another stay anytime.

Thank you so much for your kind words — we’re thrilled to hear everything was GREAT! 😊 It makes us so happy to know the home was clean and comfortable for you, that you enjoyed the pool, and that the location made those easy beach walks even better. We also truly appreciate you mentioning the communication — that means a lot to our team. We’d absolutely love to welcome you back to Anna Maria Island anytime. Until the island calls you back… 🌴☀️

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the layout, cleanliness, and amenities of the home and that the little extras like the basics and laundry detergent made your stay even more comfortable. We’re sorry to hear you weren’t able to take advantage of our beach gear credit during your stay. We partner with a local provider who delivers beach chairs, wagons, umbrellas, and more directly to the home prior to arrival, and the credit is included with every reservation. It’s a great way to ensure you have exactly what you need for the beach without having to pack it! We would absolutely love to host you again and help make your next stay even more perfect. 🌴☀️-The Once Upon A Beach Team

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the home and made the most of the private pool, it’s one of our favorite features too. You described the setup perfectly. While it is a duplex, each side is fully independent with its own space, which makes it feel like a private retreat. It’s great to know that comfort and convenience really came through during your stay. We truly appreciate you recognizing the value of the home and all it offers, and we’d love to have you back anytime for another relaxing visit to the island.

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear the home was such a perfect fit for your family and that you enjoyed its coastal charm, comfort, and convenient location near the beach. We're especially happy that the little touches throughout your stay made a difference and that our goal of keeping checkout simple and stress free was appreciated. It's wonderful to hear the beach gear credit helped provide everything you needed for your beach days while allowing you to choose the items that worked best for your family. Thank you for choosing Once Upon A Beach. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to welcome you back to Anna Maria Island for another memorable stay! ☀️🏝️💙

Thank you so much for staying with us and for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that the home worked well for both relaxing as a couple and welcoming family as schedules allowed. It’s wonderful to know the furnishings, beach and bath towels, and outdoor spaces were comfortable and accommodating. We’re also glad the TV selections came in handy during playoff season — always an important detail! We’d love to welcome you and your family back for another visit soon.

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We’re so glad to hear that the rest of your experience was great. We’re sorry for any confusion with the site regarding the beach chairs and appreciate you bringing that to our attention. We always want the booking process to feel clear and easy, and feedback like this helps us continue improving. We appreciate you staying with us!

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, George. We are glad you enjoyed the home and nearby attractions. We hope to host you again in the future!

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience, Jonathan. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and the convenient location. We also appreciate your feedback and will be sure to pass everything on to our team. You were wonderful guests, and we hope to welcome you back soon!

Thank you so much for your kind review, Nate! We're delighted to hear that you and your wife had a great stay over the 4th of July and that the place exceeded your expectations. It's wonderful to know you appreciated the upgraded kitchen, large TVs, and the pool and patio area. We value your feedback about the exterior outlet for a golf cart and will look into adding one to Unit B. We are thrilled to hear that you plan to return and that you highly recommend our property. We look forward to welcoming you back!

Gregory, thank you for sharing your positive feedback about the house and its location near Holmes Beach. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the provided amenities like the wagon, chairs, and umbrella. Your comment about the minimal supplies and the suggestion for salt and pepper are noted, and we appreciate your input. If you choose to stay again in the future, we hope to provide an even more enjoyable experience.

Thank you so much for the 10/10 rating! We truly appreciate you choosing to stay with us and hope to welcome you back to Anna Maria Island for another wonderful getaway! – The Once Upon A Beach Team