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Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation

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Heated Pool
Living Room
Heated Pool
2 Min Walk to Beach
Outdoor Living Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6140.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Anna Maria Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Bean Point Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Primary Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Ensuite 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite 3

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation

Colorful and inviting with a vibrant tropical style, Carefree Cottage is a perfectly-named oasis in Holmes Beach where all of your cares melt away the moment you walk through the front door. Located on a quiet residential street that offers plenty of peace and privacy yet keeps you close to the beaches and attractions, Carefree Cottage has three bedrooms, space for six people, and a resort-style swimming pool in the backyard which includes an all Natural Mosquito Spray System. You can stop looking for your ideal beachy hideaway— it's right here at Carefree Cottage! The well-designed split floor plan allows for plenty of space and private time, with a wide-open great room in the center for effortless socializing. In the main living area, a plush sectional sofa faces the large HDTV, so you'll have an inviting spot to watch a game or a great movie with your crew and some yummy snacks. Next to the living space is the open kitchen, where classic navy blue cabinetry and gorgeous granite countertops create a stylish and chic space to prepare some picnic snacks for your beach trip or delicious side dishes for your backyard barbecue. The full suite of premier appliances includes an electric range, a microwave, a dishwasher, and a spacious refrigerator. There's also a formal dining area with seating for six and a casual bar area with space for three more. Outside, there's a gas barbecue for grilling out.

Carefree Cottage features three serene bedroom suites that each have their own bathroom— perfect for families and friend groups that are looking for a smidge more privacy. Each of the three bedrooms has a luxurious king-size bed and an HDTV, and is decorated with colorful tropical decor, while the ensuite bathrooms feature step-in showers and marble vanities. This home was designed to take full advantage of the lovely Gulf coast weather, and the backyard pool area is the ideal spot to soak up the Florida sunshine. With a thatch-covered lanai that allows for endless poolside lounging or alfresco meal options, your group will spend most of their time out here, sipping cocktails and enjoying each other's company. In the evenings, beautiful landscape lighting sets the stage for memorable outdoor gatherings. There's a full bathroom that's accessible from the patio and even an outdoor shower— so no one has to track in dripping bathing suits or sandy toes. The Holmes Beach location of Carefree Cottage places your whole crew only one short block from the beautiful Gulf of Mexico that everyone has been daydreaming about, while also keeping you close to local shopping and delicious dining opportunities, too. Let all your cares drift away on the gentle sea breeze at Carefree Cottage.

Cancellation Policy - SeaBreeze Vacation has spent a great deal of time and effort into formulating a cancellation policy for you. SeaBreeze Vacation has the most flexible cancellation policy on the Island. You are allowed to cancel your reservation up to 14 days prior to check-in to receive a refund. Additional terms and conditions apply. Please note: For reservations longer than 28 nights or more than $20,000, a different cancellation policy applies - please see the Rental Agreement under the House Rules on the check-out page.

The property participates in our Professional Linen Program. SeaBreeze Vacation strives to bring only the best quality experience to our guests. To do so, we provide a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you high-quality linens that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. Our high-quality linens are laundered in a commercial setting that uses only hypoallergenic, perfume & dye-free soaps assuring all of our guests a comfortable stay.

With all SeaBreeze Vacation properties, we think of the little things to make your vacation special. Included to get you started are the following:

Per Guest: 1 Bath Towel, 1 Hand Towel, 1 Washcloth, 1 Pool/Beach Towel
Per Full Bathroom: 2 Rolls of Toilet Paper, Hand Soap, Shower Products Set (including trial size shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, and body lotion), Cosmetic Cloth, Bath Mat
Per Kitchen: 2 Rolls of Paper Towels, Hand Soap, Dish Soap, Sponge, Dishwasher Pods (x4), Laundry Detergent Pods (x4), All-Purpose Disinfectant, Microfiber Cloth, 2 Kitchen Towels

We also offer a range of supplemental services including pre-stock grocery shopping and babysitting. Need a pack and play or high chair, etc.? These are available for a small additional fee and will be waiting in the home on your arrival.

This property comfortably accommodates a group of 6.

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.

VRC23-000029

Property manager

Seabreeze Vacation
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Events are allowed with the written consent of SBV
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Events are allowed with the written consent of SBV
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 deadlock

About the area

Holmes Beach

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. 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. 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

  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation have a pool?

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

Is Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pool - Carefree Cottage by SeaBreeze Vacation located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Island Gallery West and Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

amazing vacation!

We had another amazing vacation, thanks to Seabreeze Vacations We will definitely, use them again. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing Vacation!

We had another amazing vacation, thanks to Seabreeze Vacations We will definitely, use them again. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke R.

Great Stay!

Great Stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Jana W.

Communication was GREAT!

Communication with Sea Breeze was a “breeze”. 😊 We can't wait to return in the near future!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

The Carefree Cottage was fantastic!

The Carefree Cottage was fantastic! Great back yard for relaxing. The house is very cozy. My family loved it. Only feedback is regarding the AC...it couldn't be set below 70 for an extended period of time so bedrooms did tend to get a little hot at night but other than that things were fantastic! Would definitely rent again!
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10/10 Excellent

James M.

Perfect for Three Couples

Beautiful place! Very clean, decor was amazing. Plenty of kitchen wares too. Was perfect for us 3 couples. Will want to stay there again!
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home, Perfect Stay!

Beautiful home! Very well maintained and we had a wonderful week!
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10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Experience

SeaaBreeze Vacation was so good to work with on booking our vacation. The place was amazing, wonderful location and very clean. Thank You so very much
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Coastal Retreat

Carefree Cottage is a beautiful and unique property. We stayed with our family for spring break and had a wonderful time. The proximity to the beach and to shops and restaurants can't be beat. We loved spending time at the house and enjoying the outside space and pool. SeaBreeze was also great about communicating and made check-in and check-out very easy.
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Highly recommended

Our vacation experience was perfect, from the time we stepped into our beautiful Carefree Cottage. I highly recommend SeaBreeze Vacations and Carefree Cottage.

8/10 Good

Caitlin T.

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

Beautiful home

Beautiful home! Bedrooms do get very warm but each room had a portable fan. Great location! Close to beach and close to restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geri A.

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

Needed a getaway

This was the perfect place for us to create new memories as a family. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

Awesome team

Carefree Cottage is an absolute gem of a property and the Seabreeze team is awesome to work with. The outdoor area for poolside lounging or shaded TV watching is beautiful. The house was meticulously maintained and very comfortable, and the location is perfect--very short walk to the beach. We loved it so much that before we left the island we booked two more vacation stays at Carefree! Thank you Seabreeze!!
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10/10 Excellent

Seamless and Easy

I have worked with many vacation companies and the experience with SeaBreeze vacations was by far the easiest and best I have dealt with. Terrific job.

6/10 Okay

Ashley F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

Beautiful property; love the upgrades from last year but definitely some cleanliness issues that need addressed.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dristine M.

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

Amazing

The house was amazing and just as photos show. The house had all the amenities we needed and more. We really enjoyed the heated pool and outdoor living room. The backyard is wonderful and beautiful at night. The location is perfect. Close to the beach and close to restaurants and ice cream. 3 minute walk to the beach and the rental comes with a beach cart and 6 beach chairs. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Everything at this house was perfect!

What a wonderful experience from the time we stepped foot into this beautiful house. House was beautiful had everything and more that we would have needed to cook and entertain ! Pool is wonderful. Everything about this house was just perfect. Can't wait to book my vacation for next year. I can see this as being an annual trip. There were 2 couples and would had room for a third. Just awesome !!! Loved the place

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Perfect Summer Vacation Place

This was a perfect location and house for our summer vacation getaway. We had 2 17 year old girls who loved the closeness of the beach (a block away) and the pool. We loved beach early in the morning, back to the house for lunch and afternoon at the pool/air condition. A quick walk to shops and restaurants gave everyone independence that made all of us happy doing exactly what we want to do without much coordination. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Truly a breeze!

This was our first experience using Sea Breeze after using a competitor for many years. We absolutely LOVED the property, Carefree Cottage was gorgeous and everything was as it appeared on the website! Booking through SeaBreeze (and getting their golf cart) was truly a “breeze”!! We will be booking with SeaBreeze from now on. AMI is a wonderful place and having a great rental company means not having to worry about anything but seeing the next sunset!

10/10 Excellent

Cherita M.

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

Fantastic house

This house was perfect! The walk to the beach was quick and easy, the proximity to some restaurants and bars was a plus, and the pool was great. And...two words: OUTSIDE SHOWER!!! Nothing better after a long day in the sun! Inside, the home is cute and clean. We had a small a/c problem while we were there and they management company had someone out within a few hours. I'd definitely recommend this property and can't wait to go back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Very happy with all aspects

Really happy with the home overall. I'll only focus on the few very minor negatives. Bedrooms are a bit warm for sleeping bring/buy a fan and that is taken care of. Rear door has a security alarm and if you are traveling as adult only group its a bit annoying to deal with every time out the door. We are late night people and the landscape lighting which is very nice shuts off just before midnight. We still had 2-3 hours of pool time left and missed the lighting once off. If your renting an electric golf cart the location to plug it in is a bit out of the way. Thats it, thats all of the complaints. This is a great property and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Truly a breeze!

This was our first experience using Sea Breeze after using a competitor for many years. We absolutely LOVED the property, Carefree Cottage was gorgeous and everything was as it appeared on the website! Booking through SeaBreeze (and getting their golf cart) was truly a “breeze”!! We will be booking with SeaBreeze from now on. AMI is a wonderful place and having a great rental company means not having to worry about anything but seeing the next sunset!

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

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

Perfect Stay

Property is perfect for a beach vacation, property has everything you need with a amazing oasis of a backyard.Short walk to the beach which is amazing.Just left 3 hours ago and looking forward to booking property again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

heidi n.

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

Beautiful Rental close to beach access

We had a wonderful time at this property. The home is sparkling clean and looked brand new. It is located super close to the beach access and a short ride into town via bikes. Here are our pros and cons/tips: Pros: Good Location. Kitchen is well stocked. Grill is nice, we didn't use it, but it's in good shape. Pool is simple but nice. Had to call the mgt company to have pool cleaners come out but they were out immediately and took care of pool debris. Cons: Beds: two bedrooms with a king sized bed in each. Was not a problem for the three of us, but we would not be able to stay there if all four of us traveled back to the area. Two grown kids are not going to want to sleep in same bed. would have been nice if the second bedroom had two twin beds. Also, note the sofa is not a sleeper sofa. Bedding - lovely and custom made, but boy is the comforter hot! they do not supply blankets for the beds. just a sheet and the heavy comforter. If we were staying longer we would have had to go buy a couple of blankets. Linens are nice but we were terribly hot at night. Which brings me too... AC - note: you are not able to control the AC. It is pre-set to certain temps and they were too warm for us. Plus you can not open windows due to the alarm and the door wall does not have a screen, so we could not get fresh air at night to help offset. Bugs - Nosee em's - terrible out by the pool even during the day. Be sure to bring bug spray or buy some as there is none at the house. Overall, would we go back - absolutely. Enjoy...
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shallie B.

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

Absolutely beautiful! Great location!!!!

Fabulous!!!! This two bedroom home was absolutely beautiful! The location was great a block from beach, trolley stop, shopping plaza and several eateries Ugly Grouper, Freckled Fin. It was well stocked in kitchen and outside with beach chairs, pool floats.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Seabreeze Vacation

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What started out as a vacation for our family expanded to thousands of vacations for many families. Just a year after visiting Anna Maria Island for the first time, we bought our first vacation rental here in 2002. She kept reeling us in 6 times a year, and we moved here for good in 2011. How could we not leave the rainy days in the UK for the sunny skies on Anna Maria Island? We founded SeaBreeze Vacation with the belief that everyone deserves to enjoy a slice of paradise. Our commitment to hospitality and treating others like family led us to running 80 properties today while our dedicated staff maintains a high attention to detail. We're always working to provide the best vacation experience for guests and the highest level of care and return for our property owners.

The SeaBreeze Vacation Difference.
Unlike other vacation rental companies, we're here for you with the entire staff at SeaBreeze Vacation living here locally. Our guest services and round-the-clock maintenance readily respond to your questions and needs. Want to know how to get to secret beach spots or the best places to dine with your dog? We've got your back! Every stay includes freshly laundered, hypoallergenic linens ready to use upon arrival thanks to our in-house professional linen service. We only partner with the best companies to ensure high-quality experiences from inspections to cleaning. Our office and warehouse facility are located in the heart of Anna Maria Island on Holmes Beach to better serve both guests and owners.

Five-Star Vacation Rental Experiences.
From beachfront condos and bungalows to cottages and large homes, we have just the vacation rental for you and your loved ones — with available accommodations for pets and boats! SeaBreeze Vacation rentals welcome guests with many modern amenities, such as fully equipped kitchens for easier cooking and endless fun with entertainment options. Vacation rentals with private pools, game rooms, hot tubs, on-site bars, and rooftop terraces are the added cherries on top! You'll feel like a local when you're just steps to the soft Anna Maria Island beaches but enjoy the convenience as a guest while we take care of any hassles. Book direct with confidence — guaranteed best rates and no hidden booking or admin fees!*

Stress-Free Supplementary Services.
We happily handle the fussy matters to ensure the whole family spends more time enjoying a relaxing vacation. With our grocery pre-stocking services, you come to a home ready with refreshments after your travels. Need a crib, high chair, or pack n' play and would like to save luggage space? We provide them at an additional fee and will have them clean and waiting for you and your little one upon arrival. If you'd like to enjoy an evening with your honey, we have licensed babysitting services available on speed dial. As a fun way to access any area on Anna Maria Island, our golf cart rentals make for a real crowd pleaser! If you're in need of anything special, give us a call! We'll do our best to provide you anything and everything you may need.

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