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Quaint & Cozy Beachside Apartment - 75 Steps to Beach - Bamboo Apts. #A4

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 451 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Bradenton Beach
    1 min walk
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures
    2 min walk
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    2 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    27 min drive

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About the area

Holmes Beach

With a stay at this apartment in Holmes Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach. .This beach apartment is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from IMG Academy and 20.5 mi (33.1 km) from Tampa Bay.

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Quaint & Cozy Beachside Apartment - 75 Steps to Beach - Bamboo Apts. #A4

Our five unit property was featured in the January/February 2020 issue of Southern Living, and we are honored and thrilled! Come stay with us and experience what the writer loved about our place.

Welcome to the Bamboo Apartments- a small beachfront resort with ground-level one- bedroom apartment and cottage units with kitchens and king-size beds, located west of Gulf Drive --no busy streets to cross or long walks dragging beach gear to get to the white sand and sun.

We have over 150' of private beach access, with six spacious, uncrowded Gulf front patios shared by all units with comfy loungers, and complimentary beach gear. Your own private patio is located at your door. Our place is quiet and most of our guests are small families or couples looking to escape the bitter winter cold.

We are ranked #2 by a well known travel site for Specialty Lodging on Anna Maria, have terrific Google Reviews and are long time members of the AMI Chamber of Commerce.

Many of our guests are repeat visitors, and we'd love to add you to our list of happy beach-goers.

We don't believe in hard sell marketing and our photos are true- no surprises upon arrival.

Our place is a very simple, clean, quiet beach place-- a lot of people call it "Old Florida." We were "Old Florida" before it was even a thing. If you are looking for a fancy condo with granite counters and leather furniture, we are not it. We've designed our accommodations to be simple, carefree beachy and comfortable-- perfect for a few nights, or a longer stay. We have a recliner in the living room where you can nap or read or watch the ball game.
There are no busy streets to cross; we are one house back from the soft white sand. Our place is not fancy- but it is immaculately cleaned and maintained and fully equipped with beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels. We've kept our prices reasonable so that you can stay longer- and our full kitchens let you make breakfast and lunch at home, and venture out to eat for supper--perfect if you are traveling with little ones.

Our small, five unit complex is right on the Gulf, with fragrant tropical gardens, beach front patios and grills, and an individual sun patio to call your own, complete with table, chairs, and umbrella. Relax and read the paper in the mornings, or enjoy supper and watch the sunset. We encourage afternoon naps!

The interior is decorated with a tropical vibe, including rattan furniture in the bedroom, dining room, and living area- but we've kept and reupholstered everyone's favorite vintage easy chairs. Be sure to look at our framed collection of black and white beach photos taken on the property in the 1930's and 1940's.

The bedroom has a king-sized bed and walk-in closet. The queen size sleeper sofa in the living room accommodates two more people comfortably.

The Cafe on the Beach for all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts, casual lunches, and relaxing dinners is just a few steps away. Grocery stores and restaurants are 3 blocks away, and the free trolley will take you up and down the Island.

We have three other VRBO units located on this property -- VRBO 77482 and VRBO 327896 (our duplex cottage) and VRBO 82848, which is fairly similar to this listing.

Keywords: Duplex
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. 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 an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property manager

Alice Torres Sutton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 550 sq ft (51 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ALLOWED

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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
Property Registration Number TAP5100694, TAP100694

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Anna Maria Island Beach View Apartment Private Beach Access
Anna Maria Island 75 Steps to the Water Seen in Southern Living
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Quaint & Cozy Beachside Apartment - 75 Steps to Beach - Bamboo Apts. #A4 Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angel V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach gateway
Perfect location, perfectly kept appartment extremely clean, and very cozy beach decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location. Almost too small for family of four with kids older than 8/9. But It worked out ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Perfect location and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dellin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family of 4
Awesome experience! Better than expected. Will come back soon. Thank you for the gift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Piece of Heaven on AMI
My wife and I came down for an early anniversary getaway (our first trip to AMI). We were so fortunate to find Bamboo Apartments, as this was the perfect place to unwind and slow down. The location was perfect and not too busy. We do not like overcrowded high rises and having to stuff into elevators, so this was great to be on one floor and have privacy while still being right on the beach. Our apartment was spotless and very comfortable. We especially appreciated the personalized welcome sign and goodie basket. Despite the public beach being next door, our beach was rarely crowded and had perfect sand and breathtaking sunsets. We used the provided beach chairs and umbrella, which was very convenient considering it was only steps to the beach. The Cafe next door at the public beach had great food and drinks while being steps away. We did not drive at all, as the free AMI trolley had a stop north of the public beach and just steps away (we used the MyStop app to track the north/south trolleys). We rode to restaurants and other beaches both north and south. Publix was a short walk, which was very convenient and perfect for getting food to grill on one of the back patios. We also made new friends in one of the other apartments. We had the pleasure of meeting Alice and her family on our last night, and they were all very friendly and helpful. The heritage her family has built through multiple generations is refreshing. Kudos to Alice and her cleaning team! We’ll be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful VRBO!
We loved this house and really enjoyed the quick access to the beach. We will for sure be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Beach Spot for Two
This little apartment by the beach was a great stay for my fiancé and I. It was clean and comfortable. We needed something just for the two of us to come back to after a full day at the beach and dinner, and this was perfect—just steps from the beach, and also super close to our favorite AMI restaurant (Skinny’s).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Get Away
This was a great place to stay!! Alice was so good about everything. She made sure the place was clean and comfortable. If you needed anything she was only a phone call away and she responded immediately. I would highly recommend!!! The place was just a few steps from the beach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
This was a great place to stay! Close to beach and well furnished. We were able to meet the host when we arrived and she was most gracious and helpful. All of these properties would be a great place to vacation. This was our first vacation in a long time and it was a very pleasant experience. We are looking forward to come back next year! You won’t be disappointed if you stay in these apartments.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage on the Beach
It felt like home and contained everything we needed for a comfortable, relaxing vacation. Alice was in communication with us all the way until we arrived. She was an exceptional host and her cottage was everything we hoped it to be. Highly recommend. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect!
Everything was spotless. The location was perfect. I travel a lot and this is one of the best places I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

lela f.

Liked: Cleanliness
First Visit to Anna Maria
Absolutely charming accommodations. Everything they say they are and more. First class act. Right in the middle of the island and just steps from the beach. We fell in love with this place and We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location!
My husband and I stayed here and it was the best little place. The location is ideal, can’t beat it. Right at the beach, no steps to carry your stuff up. We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. We stayed at one of the other cottages on the property a few years ago and just knew we’d have the best experience here too!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
We are repeat visitors and loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Super clean on arrival. Everything was there that we needed. We had two kids (10/7) who slept on the pullout couch and did fine. Small, cozy space super close to the beach. Alice was very nice when we needed something.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bamboo apt 4
Absolutely loved the place. Nice and quiet and within walking distance to anything you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Florida feel
Great place close to everything as described a old Florida feel Alice gave us some truly local eateries and they were delicious and not long waiting and on the waterfront
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Rental
Alice was easy to communicate with and even followed up with us after check out. The home is in a great location, extremely clean and convenient. We will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!!
Best vacation ever!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another fabulous experience
It’s so wonderful I’d like to keep it a secret!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mom and daughter trip
We loved our quaint cottage stay right on the beach. We would love to come back someday. Great location, clean cottage and lots of conveniences provided for our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful cottage getaway!
My wife and I spent a fantastic long weekend getaway here for my birthday and loved it. The location is perfect and parking is extremely easy. The apartment is cozy and quaint and was just right for the two of us. Highly recommend and will definitely look to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden Gem
I would return to Bamboo Apartments anytime.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was clean, and cozy. Alice, the owner was so friendly and helpful! We’ll be back.
Fantastic experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022