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One block to beach! 3 bedroom home with pool and backyard oasis.

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

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Holmes Beach, FL
  • Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Sound
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Anna Maria Sound - 7 min walk
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 14 min walk
  • Manatee Public Beach - 16 min walk
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min drive
  • Coquina Beach - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

One block to beach! 3 bedroom home with pool and backyard oasis.

Walking on Sunshine by AMI Locals
Home in Holmes Beach, Florida
VRC19-000232

Your dream vacation awaits at Walking on Sunshine, a cute three-bedroom, three-bath getaway a block from the warm sandy beach! This pet-friendly home has a tropically landscaped fenced-in backyard with a sparkling pool, Adirondack chairs, and a BBQ grill.

Highlights
• Private Pool
• Less than a 5-minute walk to the beach
• Pet friendly + Fenced-In Backyard
• Near trolley stop and restaurants
• BBQ grill

The festive living area with a sofa, two chairs, and a flat-screen TV. Down the hall is the updated kitchen, where you will find stainless steel appliances, cooking essentials, and a chic dining room table that looks out to the pool area.

The primary bedroom is sure to make guests smile with bright décor, a TV, and an ensuite bathroom with a double vanity and a walk-in shower with fish scale-like tile. The second bedroom has crisp linens and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower, and across the hall is the third bedroom, perfect for younger guests and shares the hall bath featuring a shower and tub combination.

Room Details:
-Primary Bedroom: King bed, TV, and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
-Second Bedroom: King bed, TV, and ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower
-Third Bedroom: Full over Full-Sized Bunk bed with Trundle

Grab your beach towels and chairs and walk one block to one of our favorite beach accesses on the island. The sandy trail is lined with lush foliage and feels like your secret escape that opens to the white sandy beach, where you can often spot the dolphins jumping in the mornings. Rent a bike to explore the island’s hidden gems and watering holes. Spend a leisurely afternoon shopping on Pine Avenue or Bridge Street. There is so much to see and do when you vacation on Anna Maria Island, so start planning today!


This property allows pets - there will be an additional pet fee associated. AMI Locals Pet Policy: Dogs are allowed under certain conditions and ALL animals, including service animals, must be disclosed and approved prior to arrival. We cannot accept cats. *Please note that there will be an additional non-refundable pet fee charged upon approval by AMI Locals.* Weight limit of 50 lbs max total for 1 or 2 dogs combined. No dangerous breeds allowed. Please see our AMI Locals Rental Policies for full details.

This home is managed by AMI Locals, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age.

Please Remember: "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." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

AMI Locals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1850 sq ft (172 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 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

Property is also known as

Backyard Oasis One Block Beach Cute Remodeled Bungalow House
Backyard Oasis One Block Beach Cute Remodeled Bungalow
Walking On Sunshine Three Bedroom House Sleeps 6
Walking On Sunshine Three Bedroom House Sleeps 12
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One block to beach! 3 bedroom home with pool and backyard oasis. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking on Sunshine
We enjoyed our stay and absolutely loved the back yard. Very peaceful and private. I wish I could have lowered the air conditioning below 72• because it was still very hot and humid in September. We pretty much lived in the pool! I would definitely visit again, just in the cooler months.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela M., GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Week in Paradise
House was decorated so nice with a beach vibe. Beds were comfy and tons of pillows. Pool was amazing! Very short walk to the beach. Took the trolley to explore, stops were so close to the house. Watched the amazing sunset from the beach every night. Was truly a week in Paradise ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

michael r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hurricane harbor
Overall it was a good experience. The house was as expected. Could have been a little better appointed and kitchen could have been cleaner. But that being said the short walk to the beach was great. We bought and left two beach chairs because all but one was broken. It was a nice stay overall
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great accommodations. Convenient to beach and shopping.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home
Enjoyed our time. Super close to beach and stores. Perfect location, beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house
We absolutely loved this house. The backyard was a tropical paradise with a heated pool. The beach is a short walk and the sand is soft.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and beautiful house
Great stay with close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., Greenfield, IN 46140

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded all expectations
Walking on sunshine was truly walking on sunshine! We had a week of perfect weather and the home exceeded every expectation! The house was exactly as it appeared, a beautifully decorated open space. The pool was pristine! The backyard was truly a private oasis! And the beach was the exact distance stated! So often this is not the case. The home was also in a very central location. We have rented many Vrbos in various locations. Hands down this was our favorite! The management company was truly the best we’ve ever dealt with. The only suggestion for improvement would be the alarm to the pool. Totally appreciate for child safety but would be awesome if could bypass if just adults staying there.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ben M.

Great location and quaint backyard
We loved the location…close to the beach! Not as clean when we arrived. Floor was dirty and there was no broom for inside or for patio (just a small one with dustpan.) We cleaned our front door windows and patio windows to see out better. We are charged a cleaning fee so thought it should have been cleaner. We felt like the humidity was not taken care of with the AC…mold issues on vents/front door and furniture felt slightly damp. (Owners might want to address so no major problems in future) Beach chairs outside were rusted and dirty so we could not take them to beach. We called maintenance for smoke alarm battery needing changed and low shower pressure, both were taken care of promptly. The patio alarm to disable every single time going in and out was annoying…I understand the safety aspect but we were all adults and wish there was a way to turn off during our stay. So many positives though!!! Location to the beach is great! We rented bikes and could ride safely off of the main road. Loved the updated decor, bathrooms, kitchen, etc. it was super cute beach decor! The pool was great and we used the available grill…The backyard is a little oasis that we enjoyed! Nice to have the washer and dryer and available beach towels! The property manager responded quickly to any questions or issues we had. Overall, we enjoyed our stay here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

steve n.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lives up to its name
Very clean, well located, recently updated property. Comfortable beds, perfect private resort like backyard with nice size pool. Pool heating worked great even on the two <50 degree days. Perfect spot for a family. Only recommendations are minor- more kitchen ware, oven mitts, bbq grill needs to be cleaned and ignition repaired
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Courtney B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
We really loved staying at this house! It was the perfect size for our family (6). It was just about a minute walk from the beach and very close to restaurants and shops. It was a very clean house and had everything we needed. We will definitely be staying there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Walking on sunshine
This house met all of our expectations. Great location. Lots of space for 3 couples. House clean and nicely furnished. The backyard pool area is fabulous! Private and beautiful. Golf carting around the island was the way to go. Easy beach access.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

B D.

Great location, a little short of 5 star
Had a great stay in a great location with a pool. If you expect small condiments like salt/pepper/ketchup/wash powders, etc.. this place doesn’t have it. Grounds maint will show up unannounced. Be prepared to see some tree rats in the palm trees by the pool, Lol! Unexpected visitors. Other than that this place was great!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebration 40 Amazing Years!!
Property was awesome and the walk to the beautiful beach was great!! Our family had a cool time and made awesome new memories at the pool, watching the beautiful sunset, and finding amazing shells to add to our collection!! ☀️🏖
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was just as listed.
We had a great time even though the weather was less than perfect. The walk to the beach was short and very easy. The bugs were awful! Our first night there we were swarmed by termites in the master bedroom! I really had a hard time sleeping for the next couple of nights. Had to wash the sheets and pillow cases. I called AMI who sent someone out a day later to confirm that it was termites and" welcome to Florida". Not much to do about that but thank goodness it did not happen again! It was so nice to have a pool to cool off in. The pool guy came twice to clean. The back yard is absolutely perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Youset D.

Good
The property is nice and has a very cute decoration. A lot of towels, toilet paper, beach chairs, utensils in the kitchen to cook. The king beds are very comfortables. Smart TV in the living room and rooms. Very close to the beach just one block walking. Big enough for 6 persons. The only bad review I have to give is that the barbecue was not clean and the pool was a little dirty too when we arrived. Overall the cleaning is average.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcelino D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach days
Great place and location. Wish backyard (especially tiki) had lights for after hours to enjoy the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space and Backyard!
My family (daughter, son in law, 3 kiddos) enjoyed our stay at the house. The layout is great (all one level) with lots of open space and large bedrooms & bathrooms. The backyard makes up for the location which is on a very busy street and close to the road. However, when you enter the home and close the door you dont hear the noise and would not know you are on a main road. The backyard is very private, beautiful pool, lots of outdoor furniture, tiki bar area, great landscaping, etc. We appreciated the amenities such as ample towels, beach towels, plenty of dishes, beach cart and nice beach chairs, etc.. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Much Needed Get Away after 2020
The house was a perfect size for our family of 5 and a very easy walk to the beach, which was initially a concern that I had. It is on the main road, so you would need to keep an eye on little ones, but they would love the pool. Kitchen could use some corning ware and pyrex containers and a few more pots and pans, but otherwise it was a beautiful home. I wish it was ours!!!!! 😉
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie J., Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
This was a beautiful, well maintained rental property! We loved how updated and clean the house was. The private pool was our favorite! We have a 3 year old, and the busy street was not an issue. We always carried her to the car. Other than that we never went to the front of the property. We enjoyed the pool most of the time!

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Roomy. Very nice bathrooms. Warm pool. Park right in front of door.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Great house and location. Lots of mosquitoes, but that’s Florida in summer. Definitely bring the bug spray, and some citronella candles. The house was very clean and the pool was very nice, though it looked larger in the pictures. Short walk to the beach, very convenient to restaurants. I would say the house needs more cookware. Cooking for six was a challenge with what was available. Definitely could use a larger frypan, and at least one large bowl. Other than that I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L., Zanesville

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
This rental was very clean , well equipped, and very short walk to the beach as described. Pool was a lovely perk after a long day at the beach and we would definitely rent again !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

melissa l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!!
Great property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Glenna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed Our Stay in Walking on Sunshine
The property was exactly as described online and we really loved it. The house is very spacious and up to date. The pool area is very lovely. There is a short one block walk to the beach. My only advice is to bring bug spray in case of mosquito issues when you visit this area. The house is located close to the grocery store and Walgreens. AMI was very easy to work with and we had no issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020