Title: 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants Vacation home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Bradenton Beach ## Photo gallery for 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants ![Exterior - 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96961700/96961665/b152fc17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96961700/96961665/ca8157b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96961700/96961665/ecbab01d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96961700/96961665/6e6217f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96970000/96961700/96961665/6ff99ff7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Pirate's Den offers a relaxing retreat with a full kitchen, living area and comfortable sleeper sofa. Steps from the beach, enjoy shared backyard space including a heated saltwater pool and spa. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants Steps from beach access! Welcome to \`Pirates Den\` at the Gulf Drive Inn - a spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom suite with a sleeper sofa, full kitchen and living area. This duplex style bungalow has resort-like amenities with a shared backyard space including a heated saltwater pool, spa and gas grill. Whether you\`re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply in need of an extended beachside stay, The Gulf Drive Inn has it all!. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties or shorter stays! ⭐️Super host Property + Verified for Cleanliness + Communication⭐ The space 📍 3016 Gulf Drive Unit A - \`Pirates Den\` at the Gulf Drive Inn. This duplex style resort property with a private entrance comes with one parking space with easy access to everything. ✦ Located minutes from the beach and across the street from the Grassy Point Preserve, an ecological park with a nature trail and boardwalk perfect for morning walks. ✦ The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need – Featuring stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer with ice maker, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and all the essential cookware and utensils. ✦ Resort-Style Amenities - Guests have access to a heated, shared pool, complete with a poolside grill and comfortable patio furniture – a great way to cool off or gather for a laid-back meal. ✦ Close to the free trolley stop which is only one block away running north and south on AMI, shops and restaurants. Steps from beach access! For your convenience, the home includes a beach wagon with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—everything ready for a relaxing stay! Please note a starter set of toiletries and supplies are left for your arrival. The complimentary starter set includes: Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, small hand soap, one paper towel roll, two garbage bags, small dish soap and two pods for the dishwasher. With a Publix grocery store located nearby for anything else desired. Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am No parties No smoking ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089675/ad1c3732.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet-Friendly, Pool, Walk to The Holmes Beach With Incredible Sunsets Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=116089675&PinnedHotelID=116089675&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110290000/110287700/110287671/35570479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal home with private, heating optional pool, game room, and internet Palma Sola - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=110287671&PinnedHotelID=110287671&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74100000/74090900/74090875/669884d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Calm Steps from the Beach Ilexhurst - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 9.2 Wonderful 27 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=74090875&PinnedHotelID=74090875&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089673/05afab85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet-Friendly, Pool, Walk to Holmes Beach, Incredible Value Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=116089673&PinnedHotelID=116089673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116090000/116089700/116089670/473b0d82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### PETS STAY FREE! 1.5 Blocks from Beach, Heated Pool Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03&selected=116089670&PinnedHotelID=116089670&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73527400/73527365/38504213.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sand and Sea! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 414602 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Ilexhurst, a neighborhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. [Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Holmes-Beach.dx55128) [View more Vacation homes in Holmes Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Holmes-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d55128-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C27.49031%2C-82.70722&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jMnBON637lKwT9xTErrAIhKhw-0=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - Anna Maria Sound \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - West Coast Surf Shop \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Manatee Public Beach \- 16 min walk \- 1.3 km - Holmes Beach Beaches \- 7 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬15 min walk - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬13 min walk - ‪Anchor Inn - ‬1 min walk - ‪Smoqehouse - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants have a pool? ### Is 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants? ### What time is check-out at 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants? ### Where is 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 250 steps from Beach Access! Close to trolley and restaurants Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda R. Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Simply amazing. This place is amazing. Very clean and plenty of room for my daughter and I. The pool and hot tub is a bonus and was great to relax in! The property manager was very responsive to questions had. Would definitely recommend and definitely go back! ##### Amanda R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation! The property had everything we needed and was very close to the beach and grocery stores. ##### Jack Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edel L. Jul 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Nice ##### Edel L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin D. Mar 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Amanda was quick to respond to any questions or concerns.Very professional and pleasant. ##### Robin D. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stan Z. Jun 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pirate's Den Very nice and new, perfect for 2 people! The road was a little noisy at times. Did not realize it was a shared pool, but it worked out since it was with another couple. Overall, a very nice place, ##### Stan Z. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Alma H. Apr 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication ##### Alma H. 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