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TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS!


11/16 - Waves Edge is now fully operational after the storm and guests are again staying and enjoying the island and the beautiful beaches.
We look forward to seeing you.

Waves Edge South is one of two very unique homes situated directly on the sugar white sands of Anna Maria Island. Welcome to a dreamy island which oozes the charm of ‘old’ Florida and will remind you of yesteryear when you were young and the pace was a little slower. A place where visitors and residents are as likely to use a bicycle or a golf cart as hop in a car. An Island where the warm waters will soothe your soul and you will leave longing to return once more.
This lovely 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home enjoys a wonderful location nestled among the sea oats on the beach surrounded by shimmering aqua waters. The Island has miles of beautiful beaches to walk, look for shells, or just sit and enjoy the captivating sunset. Just a stone’s throw from the house you will find shops and restaurants. Additionally, close by you will find stops for the free Island Trolley, which runs the length of the island seven days a week from 6 am to 10 pm. As long as you have your shoes, you can ride for free.
Inside you will find a spacious open floor plan which features a fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops from where you can enjoy sweeping views of the Gulf. Meals can be enjoyed in the inside dining area or out on the expansive deck where there is plenty of seating and you can enjoy the Gulf breezes while you cook out on the gas grill.
In the cozy, comfortable living area, your family can have lots of fun watching movies on the flat screen TV which also has a DVR/DVD player. Or cuddle up on the sofa and read a book while looking out to the beach through a wall of windows.
The master bedroom, with a private entrance from the deck, has a king bed with flat screen tv and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower. The first guest bedroom has a queen size bed, flat screen tv and you can step out onto the balcony and enjoy gorgeous beach views. The third bedroom has a twin/full bunk bed, flat screen tv and beach views. There is a guest bathroom with a combination bath/shower.
The home has a fun sleeping loft with two twin beds and beach views and is suitable for older children and teenagers.
From the outside deck, steps lead down to a beautiful heated swimming pool with plenty of loungers for you to relax.
There is parking for 4 cars.
The pool and laundry facilities are shared with our sister home, Waves Edge North, which accommodates 6 people. For a large family gathering, why not rent both homes?
See Waves Edge North at http://www.vrbo.com/1405945
As a courtesy to our guests we heat the pool from December to April. There will be days when the weather conditions will not allow pool heaters to accommodate swimming and temperature recovery times will vary.
While the pool is heated during the winter months, we do occasionally get cold spells that can send the temperatures down into 60's and 50's. This will cause the pool water temperature to drop and the pool pump will no longer be able to heat the pool, and it automatically shut down temporarily as a safety feature.

We look forward to welcoming you to our piece of paradise.
Please note that Waves Edge South accommodates a maximum of 6 guests including children. We are not able to accept guests under the age of 3.
When requesting to book the home please be sure to provide the correct number of guests who will be staying which includes adults and children and also the ages of any guests under 25 who will be staying. Thank you.

Holmes Beach has a 7 day rental requirement.

Due to unforeseen events that could disrupt your travel, we strongly recommend affordable travel insurance to protect your vacation investment. Cancel for an Reason policies are available through Seven Corners Travel Insurance Company and also Nationwide Insurance. In the event that you need to cancel, the travel insurance will refund 75% of the trip and we will refund the additional 25% if you have purchased Cancel for any Reason Insurance. Please ask us for further details.


VRC17-000021

Property manager

Nicky Hunt

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
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 3–17
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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
Nobody, other than the registered guests are allowed to use the amenities. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests must provide confirmation of the number of guests and the age of any guests under the age of 25 within 24 hours of a reservation being accepted
No smoking anywhere on the property

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cortez Beach and Coquina Beach. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and Fish Hole Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS! have a pool?

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

Is TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is TOES IN THE SAND! GULF FRONT HOME WITH HEATED POOL, GORGEOUS! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop. Manatee Public Beach and Anna Maria Sound are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

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

AMI Trip

We really enjoyed all things about this venue. One thing to really consider with this is if you are renting the entire rental or just one part of it like we did. We only had someone next-door for one day and we only saw them once, but if we had been there all week with people next-door, I’m not sure the experience would’ve been the same.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Great location, perfect host!

Nicki always communicates quickly and helped us with local shopping and dining recommendations. Everything was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

Amazing ocean front home!

This place is indeed amazing! Right on the beach with incredible views of the ocean and sunset each night. Beds were comfortable and entire space was very clean. Owner was very responsive and super helpful with restaurant recommendations. Awesome beach location - crowds to the far right (public beach) and somewhat to the left, but right in front of the house was always quiet and uncrowded - this was a huge perk for us during our stay. A very thoughtful check-in gift welcomed us upon arrival which was very much appreciated. Can't say enough about this place - exceeded expectations in every way.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara J.

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

shared things

We loved the property, The only thing was I think more emphasis should be put on shared things, The people who were in the other house arrived first, and did not seem to understand that we also were able to enjoy the pool, beach chairs and umbrella, and such, they took all the beach stuff for themselves and were always in the pool, also the laundry room, was not able to be used until they left on Thursday, we enjoyed the extras thursday only as we left Friday
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan N.

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

Absolutely Fabulous!

Excellent Location!! Amazing views. The beach is not crowded at all which is why we loved it so much. The proximity to all of our favorite shops is awesome. The home is comfortable and very well equipped and having the little things like spices and condiments and laundry detergent available to us was great! The pool was lovely and we used it more than we thought we would. Nicki left us the most delicious cake and champagne and her communication is above and beyond fantastic. Check in/out is incredibly easy. The whole experience was excellent. It’ll be hard to duplicate this trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Absolutely perfect setting.

Best setting ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadot Z., Dallas

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

Sadot

Wonderful location. Very nice and clean house. Excellent service and communication with host.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy F.

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

Relax on the beach and in the pool!

This was a wonderful family vacation! Relaxing by the beach, swimming in the pool, and great food! Our house was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Walk out to the beach.

Pictures of this rental tell the story. You open the door & walk out to the beach. So convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

abby b.

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

Amazing week on Holmes Beach!

We stayed here with three adults and three children (ages 5-10) and had the best vacation! The location can't be beat, steps to the beach, the pool provided so much entertainment for the kids and was so warm! We spent many days going back and forth between the two and made so many memories. The cottage is charming and all you need! We would 100% come back. Of note, the cottage shares a deck and pool with the adjacent cottage. We lucked out with the most lovely neighbors who became friends! The host was easy to reach and quick to respond to any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G.

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

Beautiful views

Property location was outstanding Property very clean and well appointed. Owner very available and friendly. Thanks for the surprise in the fridge!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike O.

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

Great

Everything was great. The owner was great. Location was great. The island was great.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Perfect!

We celebrated our 50th anniversaries with friends and this house was absolutely perfect for the 4 of us. Nicky, the host provided any possible amenities including starter kitchen supplies. We didn't have a car so we utilized Publix delivery for initial groceries. The beautiful beach is clean and quietly friendly and the house has beach chairs, umbrella and towels available for guest use.! We usually walked the 4 blocks to Publix to catch the trolley that runs north and south taking us to wonderful restaurants and shopping. The monkey bus filled in for areas that the trolley doesn't go to. We usually returned to the house in time to watch the amazing sunsets from our deck. The rest of our evenings were spent in the wonderfully warm pool to relax after the busy days... Thank you Nicky for the perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Relaxing

Everything with house, location perfect. Will be returning for longer stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnny B.

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

Clean house and great location!

One of, if not the best VRBO we stayed at for cleanliness. Also, the location is perfect! Great beach right at your door practically. Nicky provides you with the necessary items you will need to start your trip without the need to immediately run to the store. Surprises in the fridge were also very nice. We had a couple of minor issues but Nicky responded quickly. There is also the convenience factor with having a grocery store very close as well as other stores within a mile and a half, yet the house is tucked away from everything. Sunsets from the porch are amazing as well. I saw where others had mentioned that some of the house was dated, and some items yes, but...house on the white sand beach, with a pool and everything you need for the beach and pool is provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue O.

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

Perfect place

This place is beautiful and right on the beach. The pool is awesome and the house has many amenities. It couldn’t be more perfect. The host is most accommodating and she left a delicious cake and a bottle of champagne for us. So nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

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

Perfect Beach location

This property was perfect for our vacation. We had 4 adults and 2 children ages 8 and 11. The location and views can’t be beat. Nicky had everything we needed, beach chairs, rafts, beach towels all included. The kitchen is very well stocked. Nicky also included some condiments that we would need during our stay. There was also a gift waiting for us when we arrived, such a kind gesture. Nicky was very responsive when I reached out during before and during our stay. I would highly recommend this property to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonia W.

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

So Relaxing!

This property is perfect! We rented both sides so all of our family could stay at one location. It was so relaxing. The big deck provided a great spot to eat family meals and watch the breath-taking sunsets over the Gulf. With the gorgeous beach just a few steps away, we were able to go between house and beach easily. The house was clean and well-organized, supplied with everything we needed. Even beach toys, beach chairs, and floats were available! Nicky, the Host was amazing. - Quick to respond and very accommodating. Thank you for a memorable stay. We would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave K.

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

Family time at beach

Spent time on Anna Maria Island with 3 siblings and mother. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Jason G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Over priced

House is in need of some repairs. The house next to us. Where are friends stayed had a massive rodent problem. Houses smelled very musty and needed to be aired out every day. For what we paid the houses should've been in better shape.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Candice C.

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

Beautiful Location

The location of this beachfront rental was spectacular. The pool was a hit with the kids, but the heat and jets were malfunctioning most of our stay. The place was pretty clean and offered the essentials plus pool and beach gear. We did have a strange smell in the master bedroom and some mold in the guest shower. There was a wonderful cake and champagne in the fridge waiting for us on arrival. There was very reliable wifi. We heard something in the walls at night, but never saw any droppings or evidence of anything getting into the house. The neighboring unit did report a mouse problem in their unit. Overall, it was a great place to stay and the location couldn't have been better.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Best Place I have ever stayed

Everything was outstanding from the views to the quality of every little thing within the house. They had high-end silverware, knives, pots, mattresses, and much more. The property managers Niki and her husband were so informative and there to help in any way. To me you could not ask for anything better.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara W., Sioux Falls, SD

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

Cutest house, best views on the best beach in Anna Maria

This is our second time staying here and it is absolutely perfect. Small, quaint house with a pool that held 4 adults and 2 kids 10 and under just fine. The pool is great to have and the beach is perfect and right out the door. They have plenty of chairs and sand/water toys for use and the beach was always nearly empty in front of the house for quick and easy trips back and forth all day to the house and pool. I will never stay anywhere else!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

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

Awesome week!

Loved the house pool beach. Everything in kitchen you would ever need
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nicky Hunt

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Languages:

English, French