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PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees!

Vacation home in Holmes Beach with private pool and kitchen

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On Anna Maria Island, Gulf Breeze offers a serene coastal getaway with a private heated pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Unwind on the patio swing or enjoy alfresco dining after spending time at the nearby beach, just 150 steps away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees!

Gulf Breeze is a cozy Key West style coastal cottage ideally located 150 steps to the beautiful white sand beach. The property is a 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage with a very comfortable king bed that is ideal for island getaways. One of just a few one bedroom villas on the island with completely private heated pool. The pool is heated to 85 degrees weather permitting. Come home from the beach and unwind by the pool surrounded by lush tropical landscaping. Enjoy dining alfresco on the private patio. Relax with a lovely glass of wine, read a book or simply enjoy listening to the waves on the patio swing. The free Island trolley stop is directly across the street that will take you from one end of the island to the other. The ever popular Monkey Bus provides free "trips for tips" and offer door to door service. Our villa is located in the middle and most desirable, residential areas on the quieter north end of Anna Maria Island. Our beach house is surrounded by beautiful custom homes steps to the beautiful beach. Close to restaurants and shopping.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 (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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Parking allowed on driveway only due to local ordinances.
No smoking or vaping on the property, both inside and outside. Do not dispose of cigarettes or cigars in trash on premises.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Private Pool! 1 Minute TO Beach! Key West Style Cottage
Private Pool! 150 Steps to the Beach! Key West Style Cottage

About the neighborhood

Map
Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Island Gallery West - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Palmetto Avenue Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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PRIVATE HEATED POOL! 150 Steps to Beach! No property management fees! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 100 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The property is great for a couple. Very short walk to beach. Owner is very easy to work with. She was great!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seamless checkin. Literally steps from sparkling Gulf and beach. Full kitchen equipped with everything. “Old Florida” feeling. Pool so fun for two. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marsha C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

From the time we booked until we checked out, our stay was perfect. The location is unbeatable, the bed is amazing, the couch is so comfortable and the kitchen is stocked! The very private pool was a great place to hang out in the evenings and enjoy the summer breeze. A
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little bungalow

Perfect for a couple and so close to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and great location!

Everything was perfect! The pool was heated , property clean and kitchen well stocked with the utensils we needed, Host was very responsive when we asked for recommendations around the area. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Paradise Villa

Can’t say enough about this place. Loved everything about it! Just as advertised. Super cute, clean, great location, and enjoyed communications with the host! Highly recommend this one! Home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th Anniversary

We enjoyed everything about our vacation. The place was spotless, location was great. The backyard pool was our favorite. We will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Had a great time in this cute cottage. Only a minute walk to the beach. Love the pool as well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation on Anna Maria Island

Excellent property close to the beach but with its own private oasis and heated piil
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at this beautiful beach home. Proximity to the beach was great, and Jeannine’s thoughtful touches throughout the property were very much appreciated. We loved the pool and outdoor spaces. Everything in the home was clean, decorated beautifully and well appointed. All of the beach supplies (cart, umbrella, chairs, cooler, towels, inflatables, etc) were put to use, and we were happy to not need to pack those items. Very well stocked kitchen, comfortable bed and bedding. Great neighborhood and location on the island - we loved Holmes Beach! Jeannine was wonderful with providing recommendations for restaurants, etc and very receptive with responding yo questions. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gulf Breeze Villa

A delightful cottage inside and out. A perfect fit with everything we needed. Great location and close to the beach. Enjoyed our daily bike rides and dips in the pool. Jeannine was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay

It is a great place to stay. The host is GREAT!!! House is very cute!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Cottage was as described, clean, cozy, walking distance to the beach and having the private pool to relax after a day at the beach was AWESOME. Will be returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The beach is very close by and beautiful to walk. Loved coming home and taking a dip in the private heated pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Amy E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

We enjoyed the private pool. The property manager was extremely nice and helpful. We were a very short walk to the beach! It is small but comfortable. We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Enjoyed our stay, the location was great! Close to trolley stop and beach access. Unfortunately the weather was poor the entire week so didn’t get to enjoy the beach or pool. The host was very nice and was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Villa

Great property, the secluded backyard and pool was awesome. Short walk to beach! Wagon, chairs and umbrella for us to use was perfect. Owner reached out to us prior to arrival and was available for any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So relaxing 😎

We had a truly wonderful stay! We LOVED the backyard and pool so much! A private oasis 😎 Steps to the beach was awesome! We will be back and will share this lovely place with our friends 😊 Highly recommend for a wonder getaway!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible week away

Jeanine is fantastic at making sure we had everything we needed. The location is as close as she says it is. Perfect place away for two, we loved our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

SUE L.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Beautiful location, close to beach! Chairs, umbrella and wagon very used every day. Cute little place, very private pool, which was wonderful!! Trolley was the way to go to get around based on parking and traffic. Had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Gayle P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

Sitting by the small private pool with tropical plants around us was so enjoyable while we had our morning coffee. The owner was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at the sweet little beach cottage on AMI. We just got home yesterday and are already missing it. From the location to the pool to the cottage itself best experience all around. The cottage was very clean, not a speck of dirt, the pool was gorgeous and warm. It made it especially nice after a long day on the beach. The location - I cannot say enough what a perfect spot it is. Literally steps from the beach, in a quiet neighborhood but still quick and easy to get where we needed. And of course Jeannine, she is an incredible host. Very responsive, helpful and kind. We were taken care of very well. We can't wait to come back for another stay at Jeannine's AMI beach cottage!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GC and RC from KC

Overall the stay was excellent. Had 7 days of sunshine and great temps. Rental was great, especially the location. Communication from our host was also excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Rental

We have visited AMI for several years and we believe we have now found the perfect rental property. The location is great with the beach just a very short walk away in a quiet neighborhood. The kitchen is well equipped with everything we needed. The furniture is so comfortable, including the king mattress. We appreciated the pool area so much. We used it daily, along with the gas grill once. The host, Jeannine, was very responsive and offered her contact info in case we had questions. We can’t say enough good things about this excellent place to stay. We plan to use it again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Everything we wanted and more. Location is amazing and the owners attentive!! Just what we needed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023