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MI Happy Place Sand Castle 1 | Steps from the Beach & Heated Pool

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Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Holmes Beach, FL
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Sound
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

When you stay at this vacation home in Holmes Beach, you'll be near the beach, a 1-minute drive from Bradenton Beach and 6 minutes from Cortez Beach. .This vacation home is 10.6 mi (17 km) from IMG Academy and 20.5 mi (33 km) from Tampa Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Manatee Public Beach - 5 min walk
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 7 min walk
  • Anna Maria Sound - 7 min walk
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 9 min walk
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's Bakery Cafe - ‬7 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.

MI Happy Place Sand Castle 1 | Steps from the Beach & Heated Pool

VRC19-000209

Your Relaxing Getaway on Anna Maria Island
Freshly renovated in late 2024, MI Happy Place Sand Castle 1 now features a brand-new kitchen with granite counter tops, updated bathrooms with stunning fully tiled walk-in shower, and modern coastal décor—all just steps from Manatee Public Beach. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat is part of MI Happy Place Resort, offering a heated pool, a prime location near dining and shops, and access to the free island trolley. Rent one unit or the entire resort for larger groups!

"The location was unbeatable! The unit was clean, well-stocked, and just a short walk to the beach and restaurants. We loved every minute!" – Jean S.

The Home
Primary Bedroom: King bed
Guest Bedroom: Two twin beds
Living Room: Sleeper sofa, spacious seating
Kitchen: Fully updated with modern appliances and essentials
Bathroom: Completely renovated with stylish finishes
Laundry: On-site shared washer & dryer

"Super clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. The beds were great, and we loved having a full kitchen!" – Jody K.

Outdoor Oasis
Heated Pool – Large, beautifully landscaped, and shared with other resort guests
Covered Grilling Area – Gas grill and picnic space for outdoor dining
Beach Gear Provided – Chairs, umbrella, and a wagon for easy trips to the sand
Parking – Two spaces per unit, boat and trailer parking available

"The pool and outdoor space were a dream! Perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach." – Brenda G.

Exclusive Guest Perks
After booking, access our Digital Guidebook to pre-arrange bike rentals, beach chairs, umbrellas, infant gear, and more—ready upon arrival!

"The digital guidebook made planning so easy. Everything we needed was waiting for us!" – Jacqueline C.

Perfect Location
This home is just steps from the beach and within walking distance to:
Cafe on the Beach, Skinny’s Place, and more local dining
Island Center shopping, grocery stores, and boutiques
Free island trolley stop for easy exploring

"We've stayed multiple times—love the convenience, the pool, and the proximity to everything!" – Tim J.

Newly Renovated & Ready for You
While new photos are coming soon, the current images don’t yet reflect the brand-new kitchens, bathrooms, and stylish upgrades that make this unit better than ever!

Need More Space?
Rent all four units at MI Happy Place Resort for a private group retreat—ideal for family reunions, weddings, or friend getaways!

Know Before You Go
7-night minimum stay
Pet-friendly ($150.00 pet fee required)
Quiet hours observed for a peaceful stay

Book MI Happy Place Sand Castle 1 today and experience the island’s best-kept secret!

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Limited parking is available onsite.

Property manager

Island Vacation Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Gas grills
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1512 sq ft (140 sq m)

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
2531-174436

MI Happy Place Sand Castle 1 | Steps from the Beach & Heated Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jami W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Trip
Great location to beach, property is so cute and cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will Stay Again!!
Our family of 6 stayed for spring break. House is very clean. Beds were very comfortable including the pull out couch. There were plenty of extra linens and beach towels. We were just steps away from the ocean. There were sand toys, a wagon and beach chairs available for us to use. Our 4 boys loved the pool. Great stay!! We hope to be back again with more family to rent out the additional units!! Great spot for multi families to stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gladivett F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We had a great time. The location of this property is perfect. We could walk across the street to the beach and it had all the gears needed for a beach day. Walking distance to restaurants and bars. The pool was always nice and clean. Coming back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect island get-a-way!
The beach was easily accessible, right across the street! Rental was equipped plenty of beach essentials to use such as chairs, an umbrella, cooler and a beach buggy. Pool was clean and maintained. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be returning!!
We LOVED our stay! So close to the beach, only a 2 minute walk. The unit had towels and everything you could need - chairs, wagon for the kids, toys etc! Our toddler loved the pool close by. Check in was easy and we loved having a code rather than a key.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay.
Love the property; very clean and suited us perfectly. Some noise from the traffic, but to be expected from so many people staying on the island. Can't really hear on the inside of the building. Just sitting outside.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kennie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Florida get away
The property and location were great, proximity to the beach was in walking distance and that was an awesome experience. I highly recommend this property if someone wants to have a quick vacation to relax in a hamper or pool, watch the sunset and enjoy the white sands of the beach. Lovely.

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location Location
What an exceptional property. Everything was clean and very comfortable. We had to use the sleeper sofa. This has to be the best mattress on a sofa bed we have ever used. Everything is top quality from the sheets and towels to the furniture. Thank you for a memorable Memorial Day weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020