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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms84 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Gallery West
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

When you stay at this vacation home in Holmes Beach, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute drive of Anna Maria Beach and Bean Point Beach. .This vacation home is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from IMG Academy and 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from Tampa Bay.

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Island Gallery West - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Groovy Guava by Beach Boutique Rentals

Whether you're here for long beach days, sunset strolls, or cruising to dinner on the cart, Groovy Guava makes island life feel effortless.

*Features Include*

* Street Legal Golf Cart
* Private heated pool
* Pool loungers
* Beach chairs, umbrella and cart
* Private back patio with outdoor dining
* Propane grill
* Washer and dryer
* 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms
* Ground floor and easily accessible
* 1/2 block to the beach!

Welcome to Groovy Guava, a bright and cheerful island retreat just half a block from the powder-white beaches of Anna Maria Island. This charming two-bedroom half-duplex offers the perfect mix of laid-back beach living and private outdoor space, complete with your own heated pool and an included street-legal golf cart for easy island exploring.

Inside, Groovy Guava feels welcoming and comfortable with an open living space and a fully equipped kitchen that makes vacation dining easy. Enjoy casual breakfasts before heading to the beach or gather around the dining table after a day of island adventures.

When you're ready to explore, you are within easy walking distance to some of the island’s favorite spots including The Feast, Freckled Fin, Island Creamery, Hurricane Hanks, and more.

Step outside and you’ll discover your own private tropical escape. The fenced backyard is surrounded by lush landscaping and features a sparkling heated pool, perfect for cooling off after a day at the beach. Fire up the grill and enjoy alfresco dining on the patio before heading out to catch one of Anna Maria Island’s famous sunsets.

The included six-seater golf cart makes getting around the island both easy and fun, whether you're cruising to the beach, grabbing ice cream, or heading out for dinner.

At the end of the day, retreat to the comfortable primary bedroom featuring a king bed and a private ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower. The guest bedroom offers a queen bed and a Twin XL bed, making it perfect for additional guests or kids. A second full bathroom with tub is located just off the hallway.

With its unbeatable location, private pool, and fun island touches, Groovy Guava is the perfect home base for a relaxed and memorable Anna Maria Island getaway.

If you need space for a larger group of friends or family we are happy to also offer Beach Daze, the other side of this duplex, right next door!

PET POLICY:

We are DOG FRIENDLY! A fee of $150 + tax is required in advance for each dog you are bringing.

1 pet maximum unless granted an exception. Weight limit of 75 lbs maximum per pet.

Due to property insurance policies and liability concerns NO dangerous breeds or aggressive animals are allowed. The following breeds (purebred or crossbred) are not permitted:

Pit Bull, Akita, Rottweiler, German Shepherd, Siberian Husky, Malamute, Doberman Pinscher, Chows, Any Wolf-dog hybrid, Any other dog that has been known to have bitten anyone

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We generally require a minimum stay of 7 nights with Saturday check-in during the high season. We are more flexible in the off season so please send us a message if your dates appear unavailable. We may be able to accommodate you!

Housekeeping will provide a starter supply of toilet paper, soap, and garbage bags but guests will likely need to replenish the supply during their stay.

Anna Maria island is a family community and the city imposes a strict noise ordinance. Please adhere to our good neighbor policy and observe the local quiet hours between 10 pm and 8 am. No loud music or use of the pool is allowed during these hours along with any other noise which may disturb the neighbors.

VRC16-000148

This home provides off-street parking for up to 2 vehicles.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Groovy Guava by Beach Boutique Rentals Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana w.

Liked: Cleanliness

great relaxing spot

We just really enjoyed the spot the beach across the road is very nice and easy to get to. The golf cart was definitely a added plus. Thank you very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

SHEILA B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A+

The place was great and the entire experience was awesome! We especially loved having use of the golf cart!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Wonderful location for our purposes. Short, very short, walk to the beach. Pool was great. Owners were always prompt with answers. So close to beach, restaurants, and shopping. Golf cart was a big plus!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terra L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

The Groovy Guava was the perfect vacation rental! Everything we needed was included in the rental. The golf cart was an amazing addition, and the owners were so great to work with! We definitely look forward to staying here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021