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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Bradenton Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access

Blue Wave Villa West

Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!'

This property has a 7-night stay requirement. However, select properties have the flexibility for shorter stays.

Luxury is yours when you stay at this villa on Anna Maria Island, with a private pool in a tranquil courtyard, and the sandy Gulf beaches a quick walk away! This villa has an identical neighbor, which can be rented together to accommodate up to eight guests.

Located in Holmes Beach less than two blocks from the sugar white sand, you'll cherish the peaceful environment. Leave your cars parked in the driveway and hop on the free trolley to explore the sights and find your new favorite bar or restaurant.

With air conditioning, a shady lanai, and a beautiful courtyard with rustling palm trees and your own private heated pool, there's no risk of stress here. Cook delicious meals in the fully equipped modern kitchen or fire up the gas grill outside. With tables inside and out, you can choose where to eat based on your mood or the weather. Unwind after days in the sun with your favorite movies on the HD flatscreen TVs or surfing the free WiFi, and wind down the night with a midnight cocktail out on the lanai.

Treat yourself to a wonderful island escape - book this villa today!

THINGS TO KNOW
City of Holmes Beach VRC16-000752
Code enforcement notification: 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.
Pool heat is included and maintained at 80°F. Additional pool heat to 85°F is available upon request for $22 per day plus tax. A 24 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.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.



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.

Property manager

Vacasa of Florida
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

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Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this villa is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria City Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rod & Reel Pier - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access have a pool?

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

Is Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island villa with heated private pool, tranquil courtyard, easy beach access located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bradenton Beach, Palmetto Avenue Beach and Island Players. Island Gallery West and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

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

Nice and Relaxing

The pool and pool area was amazing. The 3 minute short walk to the gulf beach was great. Place was perfect for 2 people. Had to ride bikes or drive to dinner but overall this was a very convenient place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Werner W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Gut mit mit Verbesserungspotintial

Alles in allem war unser Aufenthalt sehr gut. Bei der Unterkunft sollte im Innern wieder mal in die Betten und die Ausstattung der Küche investiert werden. Auch sollten mal alle Schrauben (Türe usw.) Überprüft und nachgezogen oder fehlende Schrauben ergänzt werden. Die Gasflasche von Grill war nach einmal gebrauch leer und wurde bis ende Ferien nicht ersetzt. Leider gab es da auch keine Antwort auf mein Mail. Küche: - Geschirrspüler tropfte Wasser auf den Boden (gemeldet aber wurde in den beiden Wochen nicht repariert) - Abwaschbecken ohne Stopfen Schlafzimmer: Die Betten sind schon ziemlich durchgelgen.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten N.

Great spot on a quiet street

We had a wonderful stay! With the private pool and the beach access so close by, Blue Wave Villa provided the perfect setting for our spring break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Constance R., Florence, KY

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

Great location

Great location close to beach. Pool is lovely and even tho pool is in the front yard it was plenty private with the lush greenery. Unit was clean. But some maintenance issues should be addressed. The toilet does a little ‘ double flush’ …someone 2 years ago mentioned but has yet to be addressed. The pool pump is quite loud. I’d think it hard to sleep in the 2nd bedroom. There is very little information in the unit as to the use of TV/internet. I received a text before checking in warning of a gate alarm and not to turn it off. No such alarm exists. The internet was off when we arrived and after awhile we were able to find the router and reset everything. A little information concerning this would have been appreciated. Access to the unit requires a 10 digit code. If you don’t punch it fast enough it doesn’t work. I finally figured it out but our neighbor had to call VAcasa 3 times. If it has to be 10 digits st least make it the renter’s phone number!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Holly T.

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

Great pool and location

This property had a beautiful pool with lots of tropical trees and plants. There were many beach chairs, umbrellas and sand toys available. The location is perfect, only two blocks to the beach and a block to the trolley.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Angela D.

Such a great stay with the family!

This home had everything we needed. It was so clean, with a private pool and a close walk to the beach. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby K.

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

Wonderful little spot!

We loved this little spot! So clean, perfect pool…we loved everything about this place! Booking for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

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

Anna Maria Gataway

Perfect size for our week long stay of 2 people. Wonderful pool. Would have preferred a taller fence between the houses for privacy but i had wonderful neighbors. It was nice having tv's on each room. The screened in porch in back was peaceful. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Gerhard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice house with a noisy air condition and pool pump.

Take air condition is very loud when you sit on the terrace behind by bad weather.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

John D.

Great location

We loved the location and size of this apartment. Perfectly located one block from the beach.
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6/10 Okay

James D.

Nice House Nice Location

Everything people are saying about the unit is true about the quiet street, wonderful pool and 1 1/2 block walk to beach. Could use some easy fixes though - kitchen was under supplied and king mattress was uncomfortable, is worn out and needs to be replaced. Toilet leaked on floor and two calls were needed to get it fixed right. AMI is pricy and hosts need to keep a better eye on maintenance.
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10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Great family getaway

So close to the beach and they have everything you need to go to the beach! Our kids loved the pool right outside the front door. It is such a nice quiet neighborhood. Could see the stars at night! We will be coming back
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10/10 Excellent

Micah L.

Wonderful Stay

Our second year returning to the same home, and it was just as wonderful as last year.
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10/10 Excellent

Marcela E.

Great home and fantastic location!

I spent 11 nights at Blue Wave Villa West with my husband and everything was fantastic. The house was clean, and just like in the pictures. The owner left inflatable pool toys, beach chairs, umbrellas... you have everything you need plus a very well equipped kitchen. We loved having our private pool. Location is key, about 1 block from the nicest and not crowded beaches and 1 block from the free trolley stop. It is really easy to move around, we also used the monkey bus a lot, an on call shuttle that takes you anywhere in the island. The free trolley runs till 10 pm, after that, you have to ask the monkey bus for a ride. No need to have a vehicle here; we did rent a golf cart for 3 days but again, the island has great transportation options. This house has 1 bathroom, so it is ideal for 2 or 3 people in my opinion. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks Vacasa for our memorable vacation!
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8/10 Good

Barbara C.

Wonderful pool and close to breach

We loved staying at Blue Waves Villa West! The things we really enjoyed were the private heated pool, a three minute walk to the beach, a private washer/dryer, updated kitchen, one block from a trolley stop and quiet neighborhood.

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

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

Holmes Beach Getaway

Great location. Short walk to beach and trolley stop.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Blue Wave Villa made us blue

When we arrived the entry keypad did not work. We called guests services and they did try to trouble shoot but we ended up having to use a key. They sent out a maintenance person who tried to repair the keypad and it did not work for entire stay. Very nice lady who did try to fix the problem. During a heavy rain storm there was a minor roof leak in the bathroom ceiling which we reported so that further damage could be avoided. Guest services wanted us to leave the rental and go to another comparable. After explaining the leak was not dangerous we just want to report it so it would not be a major problem in the future they let us stay. They sent out roofers several days later. Several days into the stay the shower would not drain and the toilet would not flush and leaked from the bottom of toilet. No young people or babies in our party so nothing harmful was put in the flush. Another call to guest services and they said they would try to get a plumber out. We were out all day unable to use the house or pool and using public restrooms waiting for a repair to be made. Late in the afternoon we returned and La Pensee plumbing was working on the repair. They are the best plumbers on AMI!! We called guest services to let them know the repair was almost done. Guest service said they were just going to call us to say they could not get a plumber and we would have to move to another place for the night. What?? So over all the house was pretty basic, minimal pots pans in kitchen. TVs worked fine, pool was wonderful. Two minute walk to the beach, fantastic! Washing machine very tiny, required more loads of laundry be done. Beds not super comfy. Vacasa staff nice but don’t seem to make good judgements about how to handle the above issues and as a result we were pretty stressed out on what was supposed to be a stress free vacation. Vacasa is supposed to credit us for one night of stay and a discount on a future rental. Fair enough but not having to deal with these problems would have been better. We have visited AMI for 30 yrs this is heaven on earth but will in the future think more than twice about Vacasa rentals. Sorry this was not a good experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J.

Beautiful

The property is very nice. I love the pool and is only a three minute walk to the pool.

10/10 Excellent

strzelczyk2006 S.

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

Cozy house

The house was very comfortable, me and my family enjoyed it. The pool was nice and a very short walking distance to the beach. It was in a good spot, near many stores and restaurants. The neighborhood is quiet and calm as well. I have no complaints. Next time we visit Anna Maria, it will definitely be at this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Paul V.

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

Much Needed Getaway to Anna Marie

After a last minute decision to visit Anna Marie Island, we were glad to find this rental at a time when “everyone” seemed to be traveling to Florida. It met our basic needs however we would offer a few recommendations. The coffee pot needs replacing because it’s impossible to pour without it leaking. The dining chairs are not only dated and worn but I would recommend chairs without fabric due to likelihood of a damp swimsuit on them. Personally I prefer not to spend as much time doing laundry so suggest a few more bath towels, wash cloths and bath mat. At least 2 per person and a couple of mats. It was nice to have beach towels to use and appreciated them. In order to save money, we cook several meals and would have preferred a better grill and more than 1 steak knife. The washer and dryer weren’t very big but loved the way the dryer dried so quickly. The pool was very nice. We were surprised it was in the front of the house but that wasn’t an issue. We appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella provided. The back yard could use some shrubs or something to give it a more appealing look. Things like cordless phones and wicker indoor furniture really gave a dated appearance and the walls could use some beach pictures or something to make it seem more inviting. At the end of the week it was a good trip and we prefer Holmes beach over other beach locations on the island. It was an easy walk and seemed less crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

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

Wonderful vacation

My Husband and I had a peaceful stay at this home. Needs some updates on the beach gear several items were broken. We left our beach umbrella for the next guest. Enjoy
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Fay D.

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

Good

Good place,
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Olha Y.

Perfect vacation

We like everything. A lot of space for a family of three. Beach is 2 min walking. Pool was always warm. We’ll definitely come back the next year.

8/10 Good

Timothy H.

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

Review

Good
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
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8/10 Good

Joni T.

Feb-Mar Stay

This was my 3rd year renting this unit for 3 weeks. Did have an issue the last 2 nites where Air Conditioner failed and soaked the floor in the 2nd bedroom and hallway. They did come out right away to look at it. It's apparent after talking to the repair person that the air conditioner had not been serviced since Vacasa took over this unit. Main carpet especially in living room is a tripping hazard and has been for 3 years. Overall I like the location to the beach and the pool is very nice

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