Title: Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay 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 # Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343800/93343747/249d8cb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343800/93343747/3b0e7934.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343800/93343747/13fffc13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343800/93343747/26dbe3a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93343800/93343747/7f4ca43b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Aqua Bay by Anna Maria Vacations, a luxurious canal-front retreat in Holmes Beach, Florida. Enjoy endless relaxation on the rooftop deck with panoramic views or unwind in the sparkling pool and covered patio. With an outdoor TV and dining table, this home is perfect for savoring BBQ delights. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82890 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Pool - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay Aqua Bay by Anna Maria Vacations Home in Holmes Beach, Florida Aqua Bay is a luxurious canal-front retreat boasting four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a private dock for bay exploration. The rooftop deck offers panoramic views, while the sparkling pool, in-ground spa, and covered patio with an outdoor TV ensure endless relaxation. Sun loungers and an outdoor dining table complete the outdoor oasis, perfect for savoring BBQ delights and mingling with fellow boat enthusiasts. Highlights • Canal front with private dock • 5-minute walk to the beach • Rooftop deck • Private pool with in-ground spa • Outdoor living space The home's great room welcomes you with a stunning nautical-themed seating area and a large TV for all your streaming desires and just beyond is a balcony overlooking the canal and pool. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, a spacious island for easy meal prep, and a wine fridge, perfect for sampling new wines over meals with loved ones at the formal dining table. Prepare for the ultimate relaxation in the luxurious primary bedroom, it has a spacious walk-in closet, a private balcony, and a bathroom featuring a soaking tub, dual vanities, and a walk-in shower. There are three additional bedrooms that offer plush bedding, ample storage, a TV, either an ensuite bathroom or quick access to a hall bath. Plus, a cozy den with a sleeper sofa and TV awaits upstairs, while a convenient washer and dryer reside nearby for hassle-free laundry. Room Details \-Primary Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed, balcony, and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and soaking tub \-Second Bedroom, 3rd floor: King bed and ensuite bathroom with two vanities and walk-in shower \-Third Bedroom, 2nd floor: Queen bed \-Fourth Bedroom, 2nd floor: Two Twin beds \-Den: Queen Sleeper sofa \- This property participates in our Professional Linen Program. In Anna Maria Vacation's continuous effort to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, we are proud to offer a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you with high-quality linens; including bedding, bath towels, washcloths, and beach towels that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. These high-quality linens are washed in a commercial setting using the latest and best technology. This property does not allow pets. 6 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles. This home is managed by Anna Maria Vacations, an Anna Maria Island property management company. We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age. Please see our Anna Maria Vacations Rental Policies for full details. Please Remember: "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." \*Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - 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 - Kitchen island - Microwave - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Heated pool - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,890 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 - 25 ### 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 not allowed ### 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 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 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 988 ## About the area Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. 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%7C27.50137%2C-82.71101&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XuzROEYLXcr48HKAEFwinKlloGY=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - West Coast Surf Shop - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Holmes Beach Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Bean Point Beach - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles - Anna Maria Beach - 11 min drive - 4.1 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk - The Ugly Grouper - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬9 min walk - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach. West Coast Surf Shop and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Canal front home with Incredible Rooftop Views and Pool with Spa - Aqua Bay Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike A. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We loved it, management was great through-out our entire stay. We would definitely stay again. ##### Mike A. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### simon m. 19 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### AQUA BAY awesome property.clean and a pleasure to stay at would suggest instructions made available for spa ,washing machines sattelite etc etc ..apart from that amazing property ##### simon m. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian W. 18 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aqua The house was very nice and well equipped with everything you would need for your stay. It was in a great location with an easy stroll to the beach. The pool was great although it took us a few days to get the heat working. I would definitely stay there again and would highly recommend. ##### Brian W. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie S. 11 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing outdoor fun We absolutely loved our stay! The walk to the beach was easy, the beach cart came in handy, beach chairs were supplied. The pool and deck were perfect for relaxing, chatting, and grilling. My favorite spot was the rooftop deck, gorgeous views and so peaceful! Our only complaint would be the stained furniture in the living room area. But the house itself was clean. We had trouble with the clothes washer and management sent someone to fix it immediately. We would highly recommend and would absolutely return again. ##### Melanie S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christina S. 5 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Great AMI Rental! The home is in a wonderful location! We loved being on the water, having a pool and a short walk to the beach. The house is laid out well and feels like three separate suites. It worked well for us as I was traveling with two young kids and my mother-in-law. We would highly recommend the property! My only complaints are that the property manager was slow to respond on request. We needed the floors cleaned, extra pillowcases, and the pool fixed. It took over 24 hours to get any of that done. We lost two entire days of swimming because the pool heater was not working correctly. Overall though, it’s a lovely home, and we truly enjoyed our stay! ##### Christina S. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tommy W. 12 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for families Our family of 6 couldn't have asked for more. Great location to take a short golf cart ride to the beach, while coming home to a dock on the bay. Easy access to the Publix for things you need. Took no more than 10 minutes to get to incredible food on the island. The kids loved the pool area, and we'll miss having a drink at night on the rooftop. Highly recommended (unless we want it that week). ##### Tommy W. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Marcel K. 28 Jan 2022 Liked: Location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Nice House, perfect location, poor property management We enjoyed our stay at this house so much! The location is fantastic and the house nice. Unfortunately their are quite a few things that have to / should be fixed at this rental: pool light not working, dock light not working, dish washer leaking, wall next to the pool black after someone tried to prep bbq next to it, no remote for outdoor tv and some other details (one single point not too bad - but in total a little annoying) We informed the property management not only once and nothing happened. Only for the dishwasher someone came: his solution was to shut down the water… What I want to say: beautiful place for vacation but poor property management! ##### Marcel K. Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Bethany L. 25 Oct 2021 Disliked: Communication #### A few snags We had a good time in this house. Anna Maria Rental company was not helpful, though. There are 2 king beds in the house but no king pillows at all, and a few were missing pillow cases - the rental company said king pillows were not in their “linen services” so they couldn’t help us. Also, there are 2 firepits (one on the rooftop area) but neither one worked. We called 3 times and no one came out to fix them. It was chilly while we were there so would’ve been nice to actually be able to use them. The house needs some updates and looked very worn. A sheet was left on the pull out couch. Lastly, they sent us the wrong code for the door so we had trouble getting into the house at first. ##### Bethany L. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janicea W., Warner Robins, GA 3 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Del Sol This property was more than we could have hoped for. With the way the bedrooms were set up, it was almost like three separate suites. Loved that we didn't have to deal with stairs and the pool was the perfect size. ##### Janicea W. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill L. 6 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best House on AMI!!!! This is our third stay on AMI and this was by far our favorite house. The master bedroom feels like a tree house with all the shutters open with a great view of the bay. By far the best outdoor space with part of the pool and hot tub covered so you can soak during the afternoon rainstorms. We kayaked right off the back dock every day. The only downside for us was the location. We like to be farther up on the northern end of the island with less traffic and slower pace, but the property is absolutely gorgeous. The crows nest balcony way beautiful in the evenings. We'll be back!!! ##### Jill L. Stayed 7 nights in May 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy G., Boston, MA, USA 8 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place! This property was located a short walk to the beach and on the intercostal waterfront. Beautiful house tastefully appointed with a wonderful pool and dockside deck. Also has a roof top deck with awesome views! House has basic kitchen amenities but you need to supply all of your own spices, salt, pepper etc. if you want to do any cooking. We enjoyed our time here and would come back in a minute! ##### Wendy G. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia R. 13 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Home! We enjoyed our week-long stay in this house so much. Very modern and clean. Unfortunately, the pool heater didn't work (error code) and the roof top fire pit was not working either. Still, plenty to love about this house. Very comfortable. Very clean. ##### Patricia R. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robert L. 11 Aug 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### Beautiful house, beautiful location- poorly managed and maintained. This house is fairly new, around 2-3 years old. It seems that the cleaning staff does a quick sweep, and that is it. Upon arrival, there was orange mold in the corners of the shower, black mold under the toilet, a dirt ring in the toilet, dust on everything, stains and food on end tables, dirty plates and food stuffed behind the kitchen garbage. Sand and small debris was on every floor, where we actually had to sweep it up ourselves. The outside patio could use a simple spray down with a hose. Broken glass was found inside the hot tub, and the pool floats and chairs were just thrown in the outside storage area, soaking wet and filthy. To make matters worse, the air conditioning was programmed to be shut down around midnight of our last full day. We woke up at 5 am due to a stuffy and hot house. Although we were checking out at 10 am, it did not make for a pleasant nights sleep or packing in the morning, especially when I have an asthma condition. If Annamaria Island wasn’t such a paradise, and the house so beautifully built, I would be alot more upset. Management needs to do some actual physical inspections of this property! ##### Robert L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019