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Beachside Bliss! With Pool, Near Beach and Trolley!

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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Anna Maria Sound
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

When you stay at this villa in Holmes Beach, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Coquina Beach and Bean Point Beach. .This villa is 9.3 mi (15 km) from IMG Academy and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Tampa Bay.

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 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.

Beachside Bliss! With Pool, Near Beach and Trolley!

Villa #6 Starfish by AMI Locals
3605 Gulf Dr, Unit #6, Holmes Beach, FL 34217

Dive into resort-style living at Villa #6 Starfish, a charming one bedroom, one bath villa just a two-minute walk from the soft sands of Holmes Beach! Tucked within the peaceful Islands West Resort, this cozy retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience, with a shared heated pool, lush tropical landscaping, and easy access to Anna Maria Island’s best shopping, dining, and local attractions!

Highlights
- 2-minute walk to Manatee Beach
- 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath
- 1 King bed, 1 Queen sleeper sofa
- Shared pool with lounge chairs
- BBQ grill
- Outdoor seating areas
- Dog friendly (approval and fee)
- Close to grocery stores, restaurants, and boutiques
- 1 Parking Space

Enjoy a true island escape with the resort’s sparkling pool, comfy lounge chairs, and shaded seating areas nestled among swaying palms. Fire up the BBQ grill for a casual cookout or take a short stroll to the beach to watch unforgettable Florida sunsets. The vibe of Islands West Resort makes it a favorite for couples, small families, and even groups traveling together across multiple villas.

Step inside to find a warm, beach-inspired living space complete with a sleeper sofa and TV. The fully equipped kitchen has full-size appliances, cookware, and utensils, making it easy to prepare meals at home or enjoy local takeout. Gather at the dining table for casual meals or game nights before heading out to explore Holmes Beach.

The primary bedroom is a relaxing retreat, furnished with a king-sized bed, crisp linens, and a TV for shows. The hallway bathroom includes a convenient shower and tub combination, perfect for rinsing off after sun-filled beach days.

Room Details
- Primary Bedroom: King bed
- Living Room: Queen sleeper sofa

Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, shared laundry access, and proximity to the Anna Maria Island trolley stop, just up the street. Hop on and explore the island’s seven miles of beaches, Pine Avenue’s boutique shops, the vibrant Holmes Beach Towne Center, or the dining and nightlife on Bridge Street in Bradenton Beach. For larger groups, Island West Resort offers seven additional villas, ranging from studios to two bedrooms.

Villa #6 Starfish is your perfect escape, steps from the sand and close to Anna Maria Island and Sarasota’s many attractions. Whether you’re lounging poolside, enjoying beach sunsets, or exploring the island’s hidden gems, this villa offers everything you need for an unforgettable vacation. Book your stay today!


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With host approval before check-in, this property accepts dogs only (No cats or other animals are allowed). An additional pet fee will apply. 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 villa, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free villa features ecotours nearby, snorkeling nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 500 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

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

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