Title: Great location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach Holiday home in Holmes Beach with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Great location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach ![Beach nearby - Great location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87980000/87972500/87972487/2bb9a9b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Great location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87980000/87972500/87972487/54090f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books - Great location. 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Great location. Family friendly, heated pool and close to beach Clean coastal living in the heart of Anna Maria Island. Five minute walk to the beach. Quiet backyard with a beautiful large heated pool. Central Holmes Beach location with easy access to the free island trolley. Spend your mornings on white sand beaches. Return to a spotless home and relax poolside under the retractable awning. Rinse off in the outdoor shower. Grill dinner. Sit back and enjoy island evenings. This one half duplex offers comfort, privacy, and a simple layout ideal for families or small groups. Home layout: Two bedrooms Two bathrooms Sleeps six King bed w/ensuite Queen bed Queen pull out sofa Interior features: Bright, clean interiors High cleanliness standards Fully equipped kitchen Coffee maker Toaster oven Microwave Dishwasher Stove and oven Refrigerator Full size washer and dryer WiFi and smart TV Outdoor features: Large shared heated pool Retractable awning for shade Pool loungers and Adirondack chairs Outdoor shower Patio seating for four Gas BBQ grill Location highlights: Two and a half blocks to the beach About two tenths of a mile to beach access Walk to restaurants and bars Free island trolley nearby Parking: Parking for two vehicles Island parking is limited. Plan accordingly Additional details: Keyless entry for easy access Shared backyard pool with the other half of the duplex Option to book both sides for larger groups Separate rental agreement required after booking Nearby airports: Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, about thirty minutes Tampa International Airport, about one hour License Number: VRC23-000044 Professionally managed by Portfolio Vacations This home offers beach access, a beautiful large pool, and a clean, comfortable stay on Anna Maria Island. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 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 - Heated pool - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing 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 (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 ### General - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97910000/97903000/97902943/d3212654.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Paradise - Steps to the Beach Holmes Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=97902943&PinnedHotelID=97902943&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73527900/73527871/15017222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home with Private Pool, Two Blocks from the Beach! - Queen Palms Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=73527871&PinnedHotelID=73527871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33620000/33610400/33610340/51e69154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 120 m² condominium with nice afternoon sun Florida - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=33610340&PinnedHotelID=33610340&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87920000/87917000/87916998/73e3622a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family friendly, 2 bd, sleeps 6 with wonderful pool. 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Holmes Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=53200872&PinnedHotelID=53200872&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 - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not 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 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 first aid kit 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 orp5b63653x ## 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%7C27.51236%2C-82.71882&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cMWuqYaChuKhBKpM7FIUaWtoA98=) Holmes Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach \- 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Island Gallery West \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Holmes Beach Beaches \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Manatee Public Beach \- 3 min drive \- 1.1 miles - West Coast Surf Shop \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬8 min walk - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Great location. 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[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer V. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! The house was perfect for our family of 4\. Everything felt new and clean as if we were the first people to stay in the home. Pool was a bonus as was the location to the beach. We’d stay again! ##### Jennifer V. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David R. 5 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cottage We were so comfortable and the pool as such a blessing. This house was spotless. Everything was just so well thought out. ##### David R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alisa L., Beaufort, Sc 24 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay! This was our first time in AMI. We had a great time! The property was clean and very accommodating. It was an easy 5 min walk to the beach. I liked having a more private pool area. Jenn, the property manager, was great! We will be back! ##### Alisa L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah R. 30 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Accurately listed and well maintained Home was well appointed. Check in was smooth and on time, unit was clean and ready for us. Had a scenario where one of the kids accidentally locked us out and property manager was there within 10 minutes to resolve. Enjoyed our time and would rent again ##### Sarah R. 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