At Starfish Cottage, experience a tropical getaway in the heart of Holmes Beach. This single-story home is just one block from the sugar sand beach and features a private heated pool, outdoor shower, and comfortable lounge areas.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81586 sq ft
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
Starfish Cottage by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals 202 64th St, Holmes Beach, FL 34217
What You'll Love About This Home: Location! 1 Block to the Beach! 4 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms 4 King Beds / Queen Sofa Sleeper Single Story Home Private Heated Pool Outdoor Shower Pool Loungers Gas Grill Cornhole, Putting Green Keurig Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer Complimentary WIFI Dog Friendly! (with pet fee, see below) Beach Towels, Beach Chairs, Beach Wagon Parking for 4 Cars Details: Starfish Cottage is our four-bedroom beach house located one block to the sugar sand beach of Anna Maria. Enjoy the island breeze while vacationing in style and comfort.
The dine-in kitchen features a large table with seating for eight and leads to the living room with patio doors out to the pool.
Two of the four king bedrooms feature an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom has a TV and includes crisp linens and plush towels from our professional linen company. Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a full-sized washer and dryer.
The sparkling, heated pool is the highlight of the tropically landscaped backyard. Complete with pool loungers, outdoor shower, cornhole game, putting green, grill and patio dining table for six with an umbrella, poolside is the perfect place to spend the day when not at the beach.
Located in a residential neighborhood in Holmes Beach, Starfish Cottage is close to everything the island has to offer. The free trolley stops nearby and travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches.
Bedroom 1: King with En-suite Bathroom & TV Bedroom 2: King with En-suite Bathroom & TV Bedroom 3: King with TV Bedroom 4: King with TV Living Room: Queen Sofa Bed
Starfish Cottage is a dog friendly property! If you have added a pet to your reservation under number of pets, the fee of $150 per dog plus tax has been added to your reservation total. 2 dog limit.
Please note: Amenities are subject to change. Driveway parking is available for a maximum of 4 cars. Parking for additional vehicles is not available.
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. The minimum requirement for this home is no less than seven nights. The maximum occupancy is eight.
VRC17-000099
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.
** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.
VRBO BOOKINGS
Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.
Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.
The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.
Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.
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Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
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
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Table tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours 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)
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 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.
About the area
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
Does Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Palmetto Avenue Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Starfish Cottage: 1 Block to the Beach! Heated Pool, 4 King Beds by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews
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I really enjoyed staying at the Starfish Cottage. This is a beautiful cottage. Love that its so close to the beach and I loved the pool. This cottage is close to shopping and restaurants as well. I would recommend this property to anyone.
Property was exactly as described and very nice, plenty of room for our party of 7! The pool was a plus after all day on the beach, speaking of the beach, access was just a short walk away, as described. I highly recommend Starfish Cottage!
This property is in a great location as well as a very nice clean comfortable home. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need except for a crockpot! Towels and beach gear were all in great condition. The back and side yard are a very nice place to hang out and the pool is amazing! We would stay here again. The property managers are top notch and very easy to communicate with.
The house was very clean and spacious. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. We really enjoyed the heated pool. The water temperature stayed comfortable all week despite the cooler weather in January. The proximity to the beach is great.
Beverly L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl B.
15 Nov 2023
5 Stars
Love this home! So close to the beach! Home has a great lay out, yard & pool. This our second time staying at Starfish Cottage & hope it's not our last!
We had a great vacation. House is 1.5 blocks to beach so perfect location. Had one minor hiccup, but property managers handled the problem quick and efficiently. Back yard is better than pictured! Will definitely be back!
Carrie W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rebretta V.
10 Jun 2024
Everything and more!
We loved our week at Starfish Cottage! The home had everything we could have needed. Each room had a smart TV, king bed, and ceiling fan. The A/C worked great. Beach access is just a few minutes away. Loved having a private pool, ping pong, and cornhole. The Anna Maria Life team is very responsive!
Stayed here with my husband and kids (teens). The pool is wonderful and you are only a block from the beach. The house had plenty of room. The AC wasn't working well in part of the house and the dishwasher, blender and a tv were broken, a few other things as well but the property manager was super responsive and helped replace/repair. I would rent it again for sure.
Myself and 3 girlfriends were absolutely impressed by our entire stay. The ease of arrival, the great island décor, cleanliness and the setup so we each had our own rooms with a king size bed was ideal. We had a very close walk to the beach and loved the heated pool. All the pool toys and beach chairs was an added bonus. The prompt response by Anna Maria Life to our questions was appreciated. My only suggestion is they include information on how to access the TV’s. We plan to come back next girl’s holiday and stay at Starfish Cottage.
The house was just as described on the website. It was so nice to have an equal number of bedrooms & bathrooms so that everyone had their own space. The only negatives were 1. the kitchen lacked enough bowls and had no storage containers/bowls with lids for storing food/leftovers 2. the website stated the house had beach chairs & a beach wagon however there were only 4 chairs that were not broken and the wagon was rusted & broken so it could not be used.It was so nice to be just a short walk across the street to the beach access. The backyard was lovely & private. We would definitely stay again!
Perfect vacation getaway. Well-appointed home with thoughtful touches. Clean, new appliances, washer dryer and bathroom for every bedroom. Perfect for three to four couples or combination with family. Very short walk to the beach (across the street) and everything you'd want to take spend the day at the beach or the pool. The house is perfectly positioned - far enough away from the north and midpoints of the Island with limited congestion. This pretty house, has a small and perfect size pool to cool off or soak, ping pong table and bags boxes for out door games. Reliable Wifi/TV's in every bedroom. They've thought of everything.
It was so nice for all of us to each have a room and our own bathroom! We were right next to a trolly stop which was super helpful. Also, a short little walk to the beautiful clean beach. I contacted the lister on Sunday because the ice maker in the freezer wasn't working and someone came Monday to fix it. Two downsides - the grill didn't really heat up and the side door didn't latch but it did lock otherwise was very happy with my first VRBO experience!
The house is literally across the street from the beach, as well as close to food shopping, minutes from amazing restaurants (highly recommend Sand Bar Restaurant on the beach). Location was perfect! The house is as stated & roomy for a family, pool is very nice and clean. My biggest complaint is there not not enough towels, we had to do laundry daily so we could have clean towels, we were 6 adults, 2 kids. Kitchen not fully stocked, i had to request a cutting board and kitchen towels. The good note is that the property manager is very responsive and each time I needed something they provided it right away except for the towels they never did bring the extra towels. Regardless, the house is lovely nicely decorated all of the TV and again the pool was wonderful in the evenings as the barbecue I would definitely stay in this house again.
The home is just as described in the listing. It is clean and comfortable and we loved that each bedroom had a king bed and we each had our own bathroom. Two en-suite and two hall baths. All bedrooms have tv’s and a huge tv in the living room. The back yard is lovely with a fun turf area where we could practice yoga. The kitchen has all the basic utensils and the refrigerator is nice and big.
We loved that there were beach chairs and noodles and floats for our use. It is an easy walk to the beach! They also had plenty of beach towels.
Just note, there are no food products whatsoever.
I would suggest stopping at the dollar store for essentials like hand soap, dish soap, dishwasher soap(they provide one wash) laundry detergent, Kleenex, extra paper towels and toilet paper(they provide one roll for each bathroom and one roll of paper towels) kitchen trash bags (they have two) I did like that we could leave any unopened food for the cleaning crew to donate.
We will definitely rent this place again!!
The property is in a great location two minute walk to the beach. Quiet neighborhood close to the trolley stop. The house was decorated perfect. A lot of VROB homes are so fancy you are terrified something will break. This house is so cute and practical.
Some things I would draw attention too.
1. The heater was on the pool. Which might be nice but it was a very hot week and we didn’t discover it was on until the night before we left. Would be better to leave instruction on where it is and how to operate unless winter time then turn it on.
2. They had lots of pool and beach accessories which is nice. I suspect people may have out ahead and left them behind. I ended up going thru the box and stacking all the broken things in one area in hopes that maybe the owners might see them and toss it out. I didn’t feel
Comfortable doing it.
3. Need extra trash cans. Trash picks up on Monday and Friday but most properties had tow trash cans and one recycle can. By Friday the trash was bursting out of the one can.
4. The pool really needed a midweek cleaning. The pool boy came the day before checkout and as I mentioned was a hot week so it was pretty cloudy by the time he arrived.
All in all it was a fantastic vacation and the above list isn’t a compliant more then feed back for the owners to make it an even better place to stay!
This house was amazing . Even though we spent much of the time at the beach , the house exceeded our expectations. Thank you AnnMarie life, the home owner for sharing this great location.