Title: AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/0d277c49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/3c03f61d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/528ecb2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/87bb8b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/4123ef35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathrooms2080 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Pool - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 Step into your own secluded slice of paradise where the ocean breeze whispers “relax,” and every detail invites you to unwind. Welcome to Home Sweet Holmes—a spacious, private duplex just 1.5 blocks from the pristine shores of Anna Maria Island. This exclusive retreat offers the best of both worlds: two fully appointed units combined into one generous, private escape. No shared spaces. No compromises. Just you, your guests, and the comfort of an entire island oasis to yourselves. Perfect for extended families, multi-generational vacations, or groups of friends traveling together, Home Sweet Holmes blends beachy charm with the ease of modern coastal living. Inside, you'll find two distinct yet harmonious living areas, each featuring three bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering flexibility, space, and privacy under one roof. The interiors are bathed in natural light and styled with a casual island elegance—from open-concept living areas perfect for connection and laughter, to two fully equipped kitchens with modern appliances and everything you need to cook, entertain, or unwind. Enjoy your morning coffee on the shaded front porch, and end your day with a drink on the upstairs balcony as the sky glows with sunset. Outside is where the magic of Home Sweet Holmes truly comes alive. The private pool is all yours—no other guests, no shared access. Heated during the slightly cooler season and chilled during the summer. Spend your days floating under swaying palms, lounging poolside in total tranquility, or gathering for a meal around the outdoor dining area. The BBQ grill is ready for cookouts, and there's plenty of space to eat, sip, and savor in the fresh island air. Best of all, the property is pet-friendly, so your four-legged family members can enjoy the island escape, too. Location is everything, and here you're just a short walk to the beach and even closer to the heart of Holmes Beach. Wake up to beach walks, spend afternoons kayaking or biking, and end the day with fresh seafood, local shopping, or live music at a nearby beachfront bar. From sunrise to stargazing, every moment at Home Sweet Holmes is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and truly live the island life. Whether you're celebrating, escaping, or simply craving sunshine and togetherness, Home Sweet Holmes offers unmatched privacy, space, and island charm—all within walking distance to everything Anna Maria Island has to offer. Your private paradise is waiting. Book your stay at Home Sweet Holmes today and create the kind of memories that only island living can offer. Exclusive Amenities Include: • Located in the Heart of Anna Maria Island • Private Heated Pool • Less Than a 5 Minute Walk to beach access; 0.2 miles to 72nd Street Public Beach Access • 6 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths • 2 King Beds, 2 Queen Bed, 4 Twin Beds (Sleeps 12) with linens provided • Outdoor Porch & Balcony • Spacious Outdoor Patio • Barbecue Grill • Free WiFi & 8 TVs • Coffee Maker, Kitchen Essentials Provided • Beach Towels, Chairs, & Caddy Provided • Private Driveway Parking • Dog Friendly with a fee Home Sweet Holmes can accommodate up to 12 guests with a bedding configuration as follows: Holmes Getaway: Bedroom #1: King bed (1) sleeps 2 Bedroom #2: Queen bed (1) sleeps 2 Bedroom #3: Twin beds (2) sleeps 2 Holmes Hideaway: Bedroom #4: King bed (1) sleeps 2 Bedroom #5: Queen bed (1) sleeps 2 Bedroom #6: Twin beds (2) sleeps 2 Please Note: This unit is made up of two (2) Separate Duplex units (Holmes Hideaway and Holmes Getaway) with NO access to each other from inside. This pool is heated from November 15th to April 15th. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Heated pool - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,080 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 26 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 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. ### Property is also known as 952224 ## About the area Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or Longboat Key Public Tennis Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holmes-Beach.dx55128) [View more Holiday homes in Holmes Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Holmes-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d55128-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.51666%2C-82.72239&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=k9U_qdad0qfFDJ0xSixGvB7taRM=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Manatee Public Beach - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Anna Maria City Pier - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles - Bean Point Beach - 6 min drive - 2.1 miles - Anna Maria Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - The Ugly Grouper - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬18 min walk - ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬3 min drive - ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is AMI Island Home With Private Pool, Pet-Friendly, Steps to Beach, Sleeps 12 located? > Located in the heart of Holmes Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Gallery West and Island Players are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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