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Dog-friendly seaside home - heated private pool & spa, great location near beach

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A heated pool
3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Palmetto Avenue Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Gallery West
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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Driftwood at Anna Maria Island Inn
Holmes Beach
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 116 reviews
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Driftwood at Anna Maria Island Inn

About the area

Holmes Beach

When you stay at this vacation home in Holmes Beach, you'll be by the sea, a 1-minute drive from Bradenton Beach and 5 minutes from Bean Point Beach. .This vacation home is 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from IMG Academy and 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from Tampa Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Palmetto Avenue Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Island Gallery West - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 8 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly seaside home - heated private pool & spa, great location near beach

Tropical Oasis

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Welcome to your serene Anna Maria Island escape—an inviting, dog-friendly retreat designed for pure relaxation and effortless coastal living. From the private heated pool and attached spa to the beautifully landscaped, fenced-in backyard, this home offers a true sense of tranquility just moments from the island’s sparkling shoreline.

Nestled in the heart of Anna Maria Island, this bright and spacious home provides the perfect haven for unwinding after sun-filled days. Enjoy the convenience of a single-car garage and additional driveway parking, or take advantage of the free Island Trolley to explore the island’s charming shops, restaurants, and attractions. The sugar-sand beaches are only a block and a half away—ideal for leisurely morning walks, shell collecting, or simply watching the waves roll in.

Inside, the updated kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need for easy meals at home. It opens seamlessly to a cozy sitting area, while the main family room features a large flatscreen TV and sliding glass doors that frame views of the pool and backyard. Whether you're brewing a morning coffee or mixing up a refreshing afternoon cocktail, this home is designed to make every moment comfortable and convenient. A full-size washer and dryer and complimentary WiFi add to the ease of your stay. Dogs are welcome with a nightly pet fee.

Reserve your stay at this peaceful Florida retreat and enjoy a truly stress-free island vacation.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This property requires a 7-night minimum stay. Some properties may offer shorter stays; our reservation specialists are happy to assist in finding the perfect fit. Please call 941-224-5243 for personalized help.

This property's maximum occupancy is limited to 6 guests. Please note, all guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Thank you!

Neighborhood Notice: You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping noise at a respectful level during both daytime and nighttime hours. Excessive or unreasonable noise may disrupt neighbors’ peaceful enjoyment of their private property.

Pool heat is included and maintained at 80°F. Additional pool heat to 85°F is available upon request for $32 per day plus tax. A 48 hour notice is required. Heat may not be available if temperatures drop below 65 degrees. We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October

Holmes Beach permit number: VRC16-000928

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Fishing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,699 square feet

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

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 allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

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Dog-friendly seaside home - heated private pool & spa, great location near beach Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Shannon B.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenneth G., Vinton, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Rented house primarily for hot tub and pool. Hot tub was never hot. We were only able to get intohot tub about 3 times and it was lukewarm then, and water kept draining out. There was a missing jet with cold water in it. We paid extra to for increases pool heat to VACASA, who actually rented house thru VRBO. Water drained 8-10 inches every day. A water hose was there to fill it up each day. Chemicals probably went out of hot tub. We filled it up every day even though we couldn’t get in it. The shower door in the main bathroom did not have a groove to slide the door and one could lose control of the door because it slide sideways and it was hard to remain steady when exiting the shower. There was also a problem with garbage disposal and dishwasher which we never used. The dishwasher overflowed with dirty water that apparently thru garbage disposal in sink. some floor tiles had been replaced and water was under tiles. The VACASA staff replied quickly to complaints and even said they were going to send someone from a Pool Company to look at the hot tub and pool. Maybe they came after we left, I hope so for the next Renter. There were also rusty nails near the pool from the roof and gutter. The oool and hot tub were supposed to be heated and ready upon our arrival since we gave them plenty of notice and paid extra before our arrival. A pool.The house was very clean and convenient but we were upset every single day during our stay about the hot tub and pool
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy A.

Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma P., Abingdon Va

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was very clean and the pool area was very nice but the home was in desperate need of some general updates to make it comfortable. For instance the washer lid wouldn’t open and you had to hold it while you filled the washer. The dryer door was a struggle to open due to the closet door it’s housed in. The fridge was small and no ice maker. In one bedroom the light fixture looked as if it was going to fall and it was over the bed. The biggest concern was for safety! The second night we were there we were going to make hamburgers but the grill had a flas burst of fire and burnt all the hair off my husband’s arm and part of the eyebrow and hair off my dads face. Apparently the grease trap was clogged and then the grill caught fire. My husband is a firefighter and thank goodness because the extinguisher was COMPLETELY EMPTY! He used salt and was able to extinguish it. I feel this has probably happened before as the house has black on that area and the outside lights have been removed from that area. We contacted Vacasa immediately and got no return call at all. Not even to check on the condition of my dad and husband. Also the outside lights both front and partially in the back, did not work. The house is in great proximity to the beach but in all honesty, I would not stay there again and would not recommend it to anyone else.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved 2 week stay at Holmes Beach on AMI in OCT. Easy beach access up the street and on other streets close by. Holmes Beach has calm surf - no issues with rip tides. Neighborhood is nice and quite. House was clean. All tile floors helped with dogs. Pool/jacuzzi made the house even better!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Danay C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house needs renovations. The bedrooms( the ones close to the kitchen)are super hot at night. The air conditioner is good outside but not inside the rooms. The pool area also needs renovation. Pool dirty. Needs landscaping .The same happened last time we were there but now is worse.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaci B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay again!

In close proximity to beach. Very spacious with very nice pool and access to garage, which was nice. This is listed as a "pet friendly" home. We did NOT have a pet. However, there was dog hair on the floors. Otherwise, the house was clean as far as the linens, toilets, showers, kitchen counters, dishes, and to us that was the important part. The only reason I mention it was that I felt like the floors did not get cleaned, as we had to wear shoes/socks after showering, as the floors would turn our feet very dirty and there was alot of dog hair from last renter. The landscape, though it did not effect our stay was sad with lots of weeds growing up on the patio area and around the entire house. Regardless, I would stay here again, as it was very nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

truman b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Ashley W.

Beware the A/C does not work good!

This is the 2nd year we have stayed at this house. The location is perfect , but the air conditioner will not cool any of the bedrooms! This is 2 years it has been this way! The pool needs to be resurfaced! The home needs some work as well. We got there and the code they gave us was way to long for the key pad and we had frozen items and ice . It took 10 plus minutes to figure out how to get in ! We had 4 fans going in the master bedroom and you ould barely sleep in there . The same in all the other bedrooms! They need to spend some money on this home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Katie B., Plainfield, NJ

A budget experience at a premium price - unless you love devilled eggs

When small details are crap, they add up to a heap of crappiness that exceeds expectations of how crappy something can be! Since ‘03 we’ve rented 15 properties nearby. We know what to expect and for these rates it’s fair to expect a decent standard. Island homes are often older, so no complaint that this house was tired and needing paint. As another review said, there is nowhere comfortable to sit. The furniture seems as old as the house, despite the misleading photos. The footstool worn through by countless feet, leather sofa worn to rough suede, patio furniture designed by a sadist and ancient giant tube TV lurking amongst VHS tapes all create a certain atmosphere. The master bed is criminally uncomfortable, the room inexplicably hot. Run the AC enough and the rest of the house freezes. Not easy to fix, but a check in the crappy column. The bedrooms are dark. The storm shutters are closed and broken, enhancing the bunker vibe, and half the lamps are missing bulbs. If more than 3 of you visit, you’ll be sharing small, old towels. The kitchen is bizarre. 2 Bundt cake tins for all your beach baking. Pans with heavily-damaged surfaces. A melted cutting board and knives so blunt, they probably qualify as child-safe. A total of three tiny, clouded wine glasses, and a psychedelic devilled egg plate, presumably for entertaining sightseers fascinated by the vast collection of ancient Tupperware. The garage provided broken chairs and umbrellas, more Tupperware…and another devilled egg plate, just in case. If complaining about wine glasses sounds entitled, none of the other properties we’ve rented have come so comically equipped. We like a warm pool, so paid $350 for heating, presuming TECO must generate electricity by burning diamonds. We were unexpectedly refunded: “The pool’s warm enough”. Eh? Well, the first few days were fine. A cold front and heavy rain crashed the temp to way below ideal, so we asked for the heat to be turned on, at the diamond rate. “We don’t turn it on after April”. Customer service is for losers! Later it occurred to us that the pool heater probably didn’t work. Aha! As for basics, does it really save THAT much money to provide only the cheapest, transparent, single-ply toilet and kitchen paper? A premium price paid for a bargain-basement, budget experience. It would take little time, modest expense and little effort to flip that around. You just have to give a damn.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

james g.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Won't use Vacasa again.

Very disappointing. Property managers were not responsive to our problems. Tried calling the day we checked in regarding entry code not working and ants in the kitchen. I had to call back on 3 days later getting no response. Said they would call Spectrum and drop off ant traps. Someone finally came to fiddle with the internet connection and place traps. Finally, a week after checking in, a new living room TV came(that one wasn't working for the week) and it was discovered that the internet was not working. Unfortunately, the entry keypad was connected to internet and that was why it didn't work all week. Our whole list of problems and concerns were finally addressed after a full week. The pictures of the house and backyard were totally deceiving. There was not a comfortable place to sit inside or out. Furniture was old and very worn. Mattresses were not at all comfortable. The ice maker didn't work, they did leave ice cube trays. The dishwasher was old and wouldn't start very easily. There was also broken glass in it. Light fixture in master bathroom was so old and worn out that the maintenance guy couldn't even get it to work properly. The twin bedroom still had the hurricane doors over the windows so in an emergency, anyone staying in there wouldn't be able to get out. The whole house needed a good deep cleaning. We have re read some of the old reviews on the place and it seems that nothing has really changed, despite comments from the Vacasa to improve. Overall, this house was in a great location and the pool and hot tub were wonderful but the house and property need a lot of care and maintenance.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Jena F., Indianapolis, IN

Nice distance to the beach

We had an okay experience. Communication with Vacasa could be better. The only time they responded in a timely fashion via email was when there was an issue with our shower. Unfortunately, the master shower was clogged and couldn’t be fixed until the day before we left; we were discounted some of the cost of our stay for this at least. Calling the company means you’re calling a call center, so they don’t really know anything about your specific property. I was also bummed to learn that they don’t offer a place to drop bags in case you arrive to the island earlier than check-in. The pool/hot tub area is nice, but we had difficulties with it consistently running well. It was a bit of a puzzle to get the hot tub to heat sometimes as there were no instructions posted. I did appreciate having TVs in the bedrooms. Do note that one of the beds is a Murphy style bed with not the most comfortable mattress, but the bedroom is private. The walk to the beach is great. We rented a golf cart and we’re able to park it in the garage. Check-in was simple. We were offered a late checkout for a fee, but only until 2pm. The Vacasa app says that late checkouts allow you to stay to 7pm. I asked via email about this and never got a reply. The house had a gas grill, but it was janky. We were happy to see that they also had a charcoal grill, which we ended up using instead with charcoal we purchased. I emailed about the grill, so hopefully they will service it. All in all, we likely won’t stay with Vacasa again. There are so many rental companies on the island and a smaller company or independent owner may offer better service.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely the best location

This home is so convenient to everything! Straight across the road from Holmes beach. The pool was amazing! Just wish it had a few more cooking utensils inside. We will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

MARCH 2022 STAY

Property location was great. Property could use a good deep cleaning. Several things need repaired, such as outdoor furniture. Ice maker did not work. Kitchen knives were bad - could not cut so we bought a new one. Every time I contacted Vacasa they responded right away and sent someone to the house. One employee even contacted me at 6:30 pm - after her workday to let me know what was happening. I really appreciated her!
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

MIKE C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house close to beach

We enjoyed our stay. The pool and hot tub were amazing. The house was well stocked and very clean. The furniture could use a refresh.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

LP ROSETTI P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holidays under ETA Huracan !!!!

Great place to stay !!. Open spaces, great kitchen, very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L., Tampa Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Absolutely loved staying! Hopefully we can stay again next year
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Best vacation ever!

We loved this home. It was clean and open. And we especially loved the backyard and pool/hot tub area. We love having the grill and enjoyed dinner “at home” most of the time. The furniture was very comfortable, however the mattresses needed to be replaced. But with that said, we loved our vacation and so did our family and our doggies! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisbel I.

Allot of space, clean, and comfortable

I absolutely enjoyed my stay along with the rest of my family. The house was super comfortable, and clean. I would definitely stay here again. I went during red tide and if it wasn’t for the pool and hot tub I think I would have been disappointed. My only suggestion would be to clean up a little on the landscaping around the front of the house. Aside from that everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Great beach house for a family stay!

We loved the pool and hot tub, as well as the beach being right across the street. The house was very clean and well maintained. Our family enjoyed our stay. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018