Title: Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=73234463&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! Family-friendly holiday home in Holmes Beach ## Photo gallery for Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73234500/73234463/c115bec4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73234500/73234463/w474h320x0y0-c12076c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73234500/73234463/ed02eb63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73234500/73234463/w1023h683x3y0-33138411.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73240000/73234500/73234463/3f747b3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies On Anna Maria Island, The Manatee Apartment offers a tranquil retreat with a beautiful deck and comfortable outdoor furniture. Located just a few houses from the white sand beaches, this two-bedroom home features an open floor plan and lively colors for an unforgettable stay. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - 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. ### Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! This charming Anna Maria Island Vacation Home is located just a few houses from the white sand beaches! Holmes Beach is a small town on Anna Maria Island in the Gulf of Mexico just south of Tampa Bay. It boasts miles of gorgeous white, sandy beaches, emerald Gulf waters, and abundant sunshine. The Manatee Apartment is one of two apartments in the Beach House located at 8106 Gulf Drive. If looking for a different length of stay, just reachoit and we can see what is available. Once inside, the Beach House feel will surround you with an open floor plan, lively colors, and wood floors. This two-bedroom, two-bath home features upgraded kitchens and bathrooms for a comfortable stay. Beautiful deck around the house allows you to relax comfortably on the tropical, airy feeling deck which is equipped with comfortable furniture. There is a grill in the backyard for your grilling pleasure. In addition, beach chairs are provided for a relaxing day at the beach and an outdoor shower will help rinse away the wonderful soft sand you may bring back from the beach. This house is located on the quiet north end of the island with easy access to the free trolley that runs daily along the island and is also within walking or biking distance of several island shops. Covered parking is also available providing plenty of shade for your car. Relax and let the sunsets begin! Pets are not allowed in this home. 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. Beach House is in walking distance to the beach, has a private nearby Kayak launch and is across the street from the Island Trolley Stop. Each unit in this newly renovated house features modern kitchen, living area, master bedroom with bathroom and 2nd bedroom with 2nd bathroom. The natural light travels throughout the open living area to appreciate the beach breeze with modern finishes. Both units include a dedicated laundry room on the ground level. Complimentary WIFI Beach Wagon, Umbrella, Chairs & Towels Outdoor Shower 2 Covered Parking Spaces Please note: No pets are allowed, guests must be 25 or older to rent, we are family friendly, we have quiet hours between 10pm - 8am and this is a non-smoking building. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycle parking - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39415100/39415084/c5c02d93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Starfish Cove managed by Beach Retreats FL Anna Maria Island Holmes Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.4 Exceptional 52 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=39415084&PinnedHotelID=39415084&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 - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=73527871&PinnedHotelID=73527871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27140000/27133400/27133391/bfa125bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sandy Cheeks & Barefeet, Gorgeous Gulf beach Place, Summer specials Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 67 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=27133391&PinnedHotelID=27133391&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82800000/82792700/82792648/afa35453.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bikinis and Board Shorts A: Private pool, 2-mins to beach! 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The house is inspected prior to check in and after check in. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4 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 ## 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%7C27.52043%2C-82.72736&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1vtMK63bYBYpGqg1N4e9G8r8VKA=) Holmes Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Palmetto Avenue Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Bradenton Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Island Players \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Anna Maria City Pier \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Bean Point Beach \- 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬12 min walk - ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach!? ### What time is check-in at Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach!? ### What time is check-out at Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach!? ### Where is Modern Beach House, 1 block from beach! located? ## Have a question? 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