Title: Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach 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 # Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach Family-friendly holiday home in Holmes Beach ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109046700/109046637/w1799h1199x1y1-f2d218d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109046700/109046637/fc8a7114.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109046700/109046637/64d39d91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109046700/109046637/3503c182.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109050000/109046700/109046637/8786b489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island, The Cranes Nest offers a serene retreat with its spacious layout and endless amenities. With an expansive open plan living area, fully stocked kitchen, patio access points and wrap around balcony providing ample seating to enjoy the island’s famous sunrises and sunsets. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms1800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## 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. ### Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach Top Reasons to Book The Cranes Nest: \- Prime Holmes Beach Location on Anna Maria Island \- 3 Bedrooms · 3 Bathrooms · 3 Stories \- Community Pool Access (Heated Nov–April) \- Bikes, Beach Gear & Golf Cart Rental Available \- Dog Friendly! (2 Max & Additional Fees Apply) \- Professionally Cleaned & Managed Welcome to The Cranes Nest, a spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home in the heart of Holmes Beach. This beautiful 3-story retreat features multiple balconies, a screened patio with seating and Smart TV, and a backyard with BBQ grill—perfect for relaxing after a day at the beach. Inside, the open-concept living area offers a large sofa sleeper, Smart TV, and dining space for eight. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals, with a laundry room just steps away. The Set Up: \- Primary Bedroom (3rd Floor): King Bed · Ensuite Bath · Smart TV · Private Balcony \- Queen Bedroom (3rd Floor): Queen Bed · Ensuite Bath · Smart TV \- Twin Bedroom (2nd Floor): Two Twin Beds · Full Bath · Smart TV \- Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa Guests will love the community pool, plus bikes and beach gear provided in the garage. An electric golf cart is also available for rent to make exploring the island a breeze. Bring your furry friends—up to 2 dogs allowed with a nonrefundable fee. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 1,800 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21670000/21666700/21666606/ebbb4820.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Starfish Cottage in Anna Maria Anna Maria - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=21666606&PinnedHotelID=21666606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21680000/21676800/21676748/7a76c522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea U Soon in Bradenton Beach Bradenton Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 80 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=21676748&PinnedHotelID=21676748&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107520000/107518000/107517931/561662f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family vacation on AMI w/pool 4BR, 2.5BA, 8 guests Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=107517931&PinnedHotelID=107517931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112080000/112073700/112073632/aaac6c2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Villa! 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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, 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. ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 42 ## About the area Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. [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%7C27.51058%2C-82.71894&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tyaKgk5gJfbDu8HzH3SvRY--ib8=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Holmes Beach Beaches - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Bean Point Beach - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles - Anna Maria Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 miles ### Getting around - Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 41 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min walk - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬9 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach located? > This family-friendly Holmes Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Manatee Public Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pool, Bikes & BBQ Included! 2min to Beach Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Boe Q. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice house on AMI The house was nice and appropriately priced. We would stay there again. ##### Boe Q. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin A. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy LOVED! This house has everything you could possibly want for a beach vacation! The golf cart was a huge bonus to have for the week! Parked our car the day we arrived and only needed it once. The house is so spacious and fully stocked from games to Tupperware to cooking supplies! We will definitely be staying again! ##### Robin A. 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