Title: GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... 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 # GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... ![Flat-screen TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24305900/24305826/80b34893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24305900/24305826/4c620255.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24305900/24305826/75d4ed5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24305900/24305826/e3d4f543.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24305900/24305826/w1918h1079x0y1-367e942f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to The Sandbox, a charming Anna Maria Island cottage with a unique backyard that features a saltwater pool and your own private tiki bar. This beachy retreat offers comfortable seating in the living room, complete with cable TV and WiFi. Take advantage of the fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops or enjoy the sunset on the viewing deck just steps from Gulf Drive. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6970 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... \*\*ASK ABOUT LAST-MINUTE DEALS! This Anna Maria Island cottage offers relaxation in this charming two-bedroom, one-and-a-half baths, classic-style cottage located on a peaceful street just one house off Gulf Drive. You don't even have to cross a road to walk to the beach. What could be nicer? \*\*\*\*\*Since the two major hurricanes that hit us last year our poor tiki hut has been through so much! Due to permitting issues, the tiki hut is no longer available at this time. We will update once the tiki hut is rebuilt and ready for use. This property was once a concert venue called "The Sandbox" and comes complete with a unique backyard, pool, and your own private tiki, as well as a sunset viewing deck! Just steps to the beach. The Primary bedroom has a king bed, its own TV, and a private half bath attached. The second bedroom features two twin beds and mounted TV. The full bath offers an updated walk-in tiled shower, with a washer and dryer in a separate space. Enjoy your time in the beachy decorated living room with comfortable seating and a large, flat-screen with Cable as well as WiFi. The kitchen includes a refrigerator (with ice maker, of course), dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, new stove, and granite countertops. Step into the backyard for a tropical oasis that includes a saltwater pool, tiki bar, and a small stage which is now the hammock landing pad! The fridge in the tiki bar keeps your beverages cold as you cool off in the pool or sit on the bar stools and listen to music through outdoor Bose speakers. Catch glimpses of the Gulf and hear the waves at night. You're just a short walk to the beach! There is a cart to carry your stuff to the beach because, after all, you're on vacation. The Sandbox is within walking distance of a shopping center that includes a Walgreens drug store, Island Creperie, a beach shop, a dollar store, a breakfast restaurant, a German restaurant, a Subway, cupcakes and charcuterie, a hardware store, an ice cream shop, a Dunkin Doughnuts, and a Chinese carryout! Want more variety? Take the free trolley that runs up and down the Island every 20 minutes. Come enjoy a relaxed and wonderful vacation at "The Sandbox." \*PET OWNERS: This property is dog friendly for one dog with a maximum weight of 35 pounds and a non-refundable pet fee for the first week. There is an additional fee per week for any additional weeks booked. Also, certain breeds are excluded. It is necessary that you check with our office prior to your trip for details on weight and breed limitations. A NOTE ABOUT POOL HEAT: If you book online, your reservation will automatically populate with a pool heat charge for one week. If your reservation is for a longer period, someone on our staff will adjust the pool heat rate to reflect the longer stay. We recommend pool heat at this property, regardless of the time of year, as pools near shady trees stay cooler, even in the summer. Our Cancellation Policy: In order to protect our owners from loss of income, ALL MONIES PAID TOWARDS YOUR RESERVATION MAY BE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER A CERTAIN DATE! FULL AND PARTIAL REFUNDS MAY BE GIVEN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. Ask our office for details, or check your rental agreement. SPECIAL NOTICE TO VISITORS OF HOLMES BEACH: 1\. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances: "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." 2\. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances, this unit cannot exceed 6 occupants. This amount includes adults and children of all ages. 3\. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances, we are required to tell you the minimum stay requirement for this property is one week. VRC#18-000044 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Heated pool - Kayak - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing 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 - Water tubing 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Unit size: 970 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 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 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. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Cottage The Sandbox........ Heated Pool Dog Allowed Free Wifi/trolley Steps to Beach Heated Pool Dog Allowed Free Wifi/trolley Steps to Beach .. 14702 ## 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%7C27.48988%2C-82.70798&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=k1rNCl9fsZzOD_kELobWSVMZ1Ag=) Holmes Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Manatee Public Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Anna Maria Sound - 1 min drive - 0.3 miles - Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles - Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles - Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬14 min walk - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬12 min walk - ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬4 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,...? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,...? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is GREAT COTTAGE w/Heated Pool, Dog- See Note - Allowed, FREE WiFi/Trolley,... located? > Located in Ilexhurst, this beach cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question