Title: Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=71785212&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi Family-friendly holiday home in Holmes Beach ## Photo gallery for Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi ![Pool - Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71790000/71785300/71785212/93328c1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong - Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71790000/71785300/71785212/44de3af6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71790000/71785300/71785212/6c9d39f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71790000/71785300/71785212/268a5406.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets - Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71790000/71785300/71785212/39d403f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Gulf of Mexico views await at this 1950s-style three-bedroom house, perfect for family vacations and get-togethers with friends. Bright and attractive living areas feature comfortable furniture, wall art, a large flatscreen TV for movie nights, a full kitchen for delicious meals. Enjoy the private patio pool surrounded by an enclosed yard that's ideal for kids to run around while you relax on the fully furnished pool deck with seating galore or unwind in a two-person hammock. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61343 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi Joy Abounds Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' You're going to love spreading out in this lovely three-bedroom 1950s-style house facing the Gulf of Mexico and featuring a private patio and pool, perfect for family vacations and get-togethers with friends! Spread out in the bright and attractive living area featuring lots of comfortable furniture and attractive wall art and decor. You can watch your favorite movies and shows on the large, wall-mounted flatscreen TV whenever you want a break from all the beach fun. Take advantage of the full kitchen's stainless steel appliances and ample counter space to cook up delicious meals then serve your guests at the dining table or outside on the patio for an al-fresco meal. The kids will love splashing around in the private pool, and they'll have plenty of space to run around in the enclosed yard. The fully furnished pool deck offers plenty of seating and space to spread out including chaise lounges, two rocking chairs, four director's chairs, a bistro table, and two outdoor dining tables. There are also two toddler-sized Adirondack chairs, two in-pool umbrellas and a large out-of-pool double umbrella, and a two-person hammock with stand. Challenge someone to a game of Ping-Pong, pool, or even some board games in the recreation room, then head outside for a good read in the comfy hammock. When it's time to call it a night, you'll have three well-appointed bedrooms to enjoy. Things to Know We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October. Beach gear includes 4 boogie boards, 5 beach chairs, a small rolling cooler for the beach, a beach cart, two beach umbrellas, and toddler toys for the beach (pails, sand molds, etc.) Pool floats and lounges provided This home has active security cameras installed at the front door and each corner of the property - not facing the pool area Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles. This rental is located on floor 1. Security camera details: Front door, and corner of each property, next to sliding glass door but not pointing at pool Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bodyboard - Foosball table - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,343 square feet ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79350000/79343900/79343839/9eee2e04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=79343839&PinnedHotelID=79343839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27320000/27319700/27319625/534e3117.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Potato: Gulf View Condo, Pool, Steps to the beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 38 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=27319625&PinnedHotelID=27319625&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343600/93343592/8bd23731.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Condo with Amazing Views and Pool! 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Private Pool by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 53 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=88420674&PinnedHotelID=88420674&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 21 ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## 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 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 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 65310 ## About the area ![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%7C27.50207%2C-82.71320&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O60rgH_KWFyTNSMkmuZWOXnwRq8=) Holmes Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Holmes Beach Beaches \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Manatee Public Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - West Coast Surf Shop \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Anna Maria Sound \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬11 min walk - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬17 min walk - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬9 min walk - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi have a pool? ### Is Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi? ### What time is check-in at Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi? ### What time is check-out at Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi? ### Where is Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful Beach Home Right Near the Water with Private Pool, AC, & Fast WiFi Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David A. 30 Jun 2025 #### Excellent Stay We loved our stay. The location is fabulous, 2 minutes walk to the beach and also walking distance to several shops and restaurants. Everything about the property was as listed. ##### David A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louisa J. 28 Mar 2024 #### Location and pool were the best. Having a pool and a great easy walk to the beach wee the best. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and have no complaints! ##### Louisa J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alejandro M. 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing property fully equipped just steps away from a pristine white sand beach. Booking was easy. The management company responded quickly to our requests. The kitchen was fully equipped and the game room even more. The property was prepared and cleaned when we arrived including having beach towels and all listed beach equipment. This home has an inviting outdoor space with a nice pool and lots of patio furniture to lounge around. Also, the checkout process was easy as they take care of almost everything. If you are thinking of booking this property, you won’t go disappointed. ##### Alejandro M. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenlee H. 5 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! This was such a cute place in a great location. Just a short walk to the beach and a great neighborhood. We got a lot of use out of the pool and the backyard. The game room was super neat! Everything was very clean and we had everything we needed. It looks just like the pictures, but even better. Couldn’t recommend this place enough! ##### Kenlee H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Vacation 2021 Wonderful stay Loved the pool and how close to the beach we were One thing is your pictures of house, inside rooms, needs to be updated. changes to furniture was a big surprise ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice B. 26 Jul 2025 #### Wonderful vacation home!! The location to the beach was amazing. Definately need a beach wagon. But the price and location is this wonderful neighborhood is perfect. The house had everything we needed. The ac unit was not cooling well at check in and my son being ac mechanic checked the filter and it had not been changed in awhile. Management company got right on it and had it there for us asap since we could install it we were not inconvenienced at all. The cameras on the property is weird but I get it. You need it to protect your investment but like I told my family we don't do anything wrong and treat the property like it's your own. You won't regret this rental if your a beach lover. Jcdwbox@att.net ##### Janice B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul C. 6 Apr 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### How lucky can you get !!! You’re very lucky if you rent this home. We love it here. If being only steps from the beach isn’t enough, now there is a new heated pool with a fountain and a light show! Awesome for the kids and romantic for couples. Everything you need is there and tons of things you would never think about until you saw them. Also perfect location and your hosts are tres accommodating. Better hurry to get this classic Anna Maria Island gem. ##### Paul C. Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Daniel R. 4 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holmes beach get away This was quite an amazing property. We absolutely loved the proximity to Holmes Beach and utilized it extensively. The pool was so wonderful. The beach equipment was awesome. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. The gameroom was great. Laundry, bathrooms..great. This place had everything. The only couple things we thought needed some improvement was a true deep clean in the kitchen (and possibly some updating), and a deeper cleaning targeting pet hair. Overall we loved it. ##### Daniel R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul C. 10 Apr 2019 #### Joy Abounds, Indeed! The owners are two of the most generous and thoughtful persons we have ever had the good fortune to rent a vacation home from. The home is wonderfully clean and contains everything you expect and many items you never would have thought of needing but immediately said, "Oh, look at this. It will be great for the beach, the bbq, playing after supper" you will so appreciate the thoughtfulness that went into preparing this home away from home. All we needed to do was grab our flip-flops and towels and walk the few steps to the sandy, pristine beach. The sunsets were spectacular! We'll be back next March and can't wait to enter this funky, cool home with the warm welcoming feeling. Cheers! ##### Paul C. Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim H. 3 Jul 2023 #### Perfect summer beach trip Loved the beachy color scheme and the layout of the home overall. This was our first year bringing our new son-in-law and the 3 bedroom set-up worked out great. The common spaces were roomy enough that we weren't falling over each other. We were all also very pleased with the yard and private pool. The pool is even nicer than the pics show, with umbrellas and lighting that ties it all together. Additionally, the family loved the location. The wife was worried about it not being oceanfront, but was completely fine once we got there. It's basically the same distance/time to the beach from the condo as some of the beachfront properties. Also, it's in a quiet residential area on the beach side of the main road that crosses the island. Overall, it was great location and setup for the family. The island is beautiful and this was a no-stress vacation for us. ##### Tim H. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patti C. 9 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will be back! This trip just converted me from a staunch East Florida beach fan, to a West Coast lover. Our check-in was just mildly off when our key entry codes were not working, but a phone call later, and we quickly gained access with the lockbox keys. From that point, our stay was amazing. The house, furnishings, and amenities were even better than expected. We mostly spent our week at the beach (less than a 5-minute casual walk away) and the amazing pool with beautiful landscaping. I would have been perfectly content staying there, but we were curious about Anna Maria Island and Bean Point Beach, so we only left a few times to go exploring, further securing our love for the island. My teenage kids even LOVED it, and we know how ungracious they can be. LOL. We decided this is going to be an annual trip for us! ##### Patti C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol W. 27 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful pool A unique old Florida house in a quiet neighborhood. Had a great pool in a wonderfully landscaped backyard. The house was very close to an uncrowded beach which after driving down the road to Cortez and Coquina beaches became so much more appreciated. ##### Carol W. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean R. 13 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing time We couldn’t be happier with our choice and will be back for sure. ##### Jean R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerry F. 21 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay This is the second year in a row that we have stayed at Blue Grotto. We will definitely be back. ##### Jerry F. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea J. 20 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best vacay ever Anything you can imagine for a wonderful vacation is available in this beautiful home! We have never seen so many games, puzzles, books, etc. for guests. The pool was amazing! We will be back!! ##### Andrea J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Demetrios P. 19 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent experience Excellent experience, perfect location for beach access, very responsive hosts, everything was as described and presented. Everything that could be needed in home was present including high chair, pack n play, beach wagon, umbrellas etc. Perfect access to beach. Great pool. Delicious mangos from the tree in the yard that host recommended that we take a taste of. Very kid friendly, game room was a hit and enjoyed by entire family. Comfortable accommodations, with everything that is needed for a restful vacation. Would definitely stay again and recommend to friends. ##### Demetrios P. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan W. 28 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was another wonderful week on AMI. We had one minor issue and the owners responded immediately! I wish everyone was this responsive!! Thanks for a wonderful week at the beach. ##### Susan W. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### leslie b. 18 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Vaca Getaway We absolutely loved this quirky house near the beach. Such a fun and funky vibe. The house was clean, had so many unique touches, and so many things to keep guests entertained. The pool was beautiful and it is a very short walk to the beach. Would definitely recommend to anyone inquiring! ##### leslie b. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie R. 10 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect vacation paradise I cannot say enough about our experience with this fabulous property and the lovely owners. We are already planning a (hopefully) spring break trip to this house in 2022\. The house is charming and inviting. It has such personality and is obvious well loved and cared for by the owners. Everything that was described in the listing was accurate and we even found some wonderful additional surprises. We loved all of the game options, the ping-pong table and foosball table. I don’t think we were expecting the game room to be as large and inviting as it was and the space was perfect for our family to spread out in. The pool was my children’s favorite part and the lights show and in pool recliner area and eating area poolside we’re a nightly favorite. The rooms were very comfortable and well appointed. It was wonderful to be in a home so well appointed in the kitchen so that we could cook all of our meals in. The neighborhood is just charming and very residential and we loved the short walk to the beach. As described, the property had all sorts of beach and pool accessories which we made use of. We have already recommended this home to our family and will do so without hesitation to anybody looking for a peaceful getaway. You can do as much or little as you like on this charming island and we feel like we barely scratched the surface. I have to say that I am bowled over by the property owners. They were quickly responsive when we had questions and were incredibly accommodating and kind. They provided all of the information that we could need to have a perfect trip, including local recommendations and tips. And they certainly made our trip a whole lot easier with information when facing a potential hurricane ##### Katie R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adria W. 3 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! This was our first trip to AMI. We have three kids: 5,8, & 10 and when we go anywhere for a week the Expedition is packed! We didn’t have to do that this year! Joy Abounds had EVERYTHING we needed for the beach or pool in the house. Mamas- can I get an Amen?! Beach chairs, toys, towels, umbrellas, carts, floats, pool noodles, etc. They also had a highchair and pack n play if you need those. In addition to a comfortable house the best part inside was the sunroom/game room that overlooks the pool. Ping pong, fooseball, tons of books and board games. The property is beautifully landscaped and you feel like you are at a professional resort. The beach is maybe 100 yards across a tiny side street- no major road to cross. This was a huge plus with kids. We packed clothes, a few dry goods and had InstaCart deliver our groceries 30 minutes after we arrived. Lisa and Zach communicated everything we needed to know and answered all questions in a timely manner. We loved it so much we booked 2022 before we left! ##### Adria W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie H. 4 May 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location and Pool! The location is amazing. It's right in the middle of the island, so a quick drive or walk to everything. The beach is so close and our small children had no trouble walking to the beach. The pack n play and high chair were very much appreciated. The kids loved the shelf in the pool, and we loved the umbrella in the pool to keep them in the shade. The owners were so helpful for anything we needed. The only issue was the ants, which I've heard is an issue everywhere. We left food (in packages) on the counter and in the cabinet and in the morning there were ants all over the food. We then kept everything in the fridge and microwave and all was well the rest of the week. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Jamie H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cynthia B. 18 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely vintage property in a perfect area We had multiple families join us for our stay and we’re able to find this property which was 1/2 block from the property we were renting . The home was well equipped, gorgeous pool and close to us as well as the beach . Our family loved it ! ##### Cynthia B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karyn P., Philadelphia,PA USA 6 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joy Abounds Joy Abounds is our favorite rental on AMI, and we have stayed in many over the past 25 years! ##### Karyn P. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danya R. 30 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Joy Abounds is the perfect name for this charming beach home! We absolutely loved our time at The Pink House (as our kids delighted in calling our home away from home) and one week went by all too fast! Everything in the home was comfortable, charming and welcoming - it was a perfect home base for exploring Anna Maria Island, and truly just a 3 minute walk from the turquoise water and white sand beach. The showstopper at the house is the new and AMAZING pool in the fenced backyard. If you have kids who love to play in the water (as we do), it will be difficult to get them out of the sparkling pool to do anything else. The grownups also spent many blissful afternoons reading on the pool loungers in the sun. Having our own private pool at the house made for a A+ vacation and everyone nearly cried when we had to leave. We are already dreaming about returning :) The owners couldn't have been nicer, they were communicative, helpful and so responsive when we had a question about the house. Thank you so much - this was a vacation with so much JOY - we'll never forget the sunsets we got to see and all the fun we had every day! ##### Danya R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay S., Louisville, KY 21 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Such a great house in an amazing location. We loved the ranch set up as it was perfect with a toddler. The proximity to the beach can’t be beat and the pool is amazing. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Lindsay S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021 ---