Title: Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! Family-friendly cottage in Holmes Beach with an outdoor pool ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35540600/35540537/7c96e6e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35540600/35540537/20f982c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35540600/35540537/0b1a3b39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35540600/35540537/bbed51de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35550000/35540600/35540537/5a305f42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Gumbo Cottage on Anna Maria Island, where tropical landscaping surrounds a heated pool and private patio. Savor the retro-styled living area and kitchen, perfect for easy entertaining. Take advantage of the beach wagon, chairs, umbrella for a day by the Gulf beaches or stroll to downtown Holmes Beach. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - - - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer ## 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. ### Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! Welcome to Gumbo Cottage located just 7 houses from the Gulf beaches of Anna Maria Island and a street away from downtown Holmes Beach. This ground level half duplex with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths has its own private patio for you to enjoy with heated pool, outdoor shower and grill surrounded by tropical landscaping. Inside, you will find retro styled living area and kitchen with plenty of seating for easy entertaining. You can enjoy a day at the beach with provided beach wagon, chairs and umbrella. Or, take a short walk to downtown Holmes Beach and check out resteraunts, shopping and the marina. Hop on the free island trolley and discover all Anna Maria Island has to offer! In the evening, retreat to the master suite where you will enjoy the comfortable bed complete with 600 thread count prima cotton wrinkle free sheets. This home includes a fully stocked kitchen, linens, towels, beach towels, and a Weber grill. Lizzie Lu's Island Retreat is a full-service property manager on Anna Maria Island to ensure our guests enjoy some of the nicest, well stocked homes on the island. For an additional charge, we offer GEM cars among other services. Rest assured we are here to assist as needed in the most efficient manner possible. While vacationing on Anna Maria Island, please adhere to our local rules and regulations for our residential community which are included in our homes as well as our arrival information. City ordinance requires us to inform you that 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. Holmes Beach Rental License VRC19-000017 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Things to do - Heated pool ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ## Similar properties ![A heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73530000/73527900/73527871/15017222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home with Private Pool, Two Blocks from the Beach! - Queen Palms Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=73527871&PinnedHotelID=73527871&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26940000/26931000/26930906/7ee34190.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-friendly seaside home - heated private pool & spa, great location near beach Holmes Beach - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.6 Excellent 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=26930906&PinnedHotelID=26930906&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93350000/93344100/93344100/6b04d67b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anna Maria Island Getaway with Pool! 6 mins to Beach! - Beach Isle Holmes Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=93344100&PinnedHotelID=93344100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21680000/21678000/21677966/cbbc5521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Cottage for 4 located steps from the beach. 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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 6815 ## About the area ![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%7C27.50504%2C-82.71405&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RLWu0TgWfrbFfI7FMj8vj8YRblU=) Holmes Beach, FL #### What's nearby - Holmes Beach Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Manatee Public Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - West Coast Surf Shop - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Bean Point Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km - Anna Maria Beach - 8 min drive - 5.5 km #### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬6 min walk - ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬12 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive - ‪Skinny's Place - ‬14 min walk - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! located? > This family-friendly Holmes Beach cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Island Gallery West and Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retro Style Home with Large Pool Close to Downtown Holmes Beach and Walk to Beach! Reviews 10 ### 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raymond S. Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, new and close to beach Great private pool and newer duplex, everything you could want, beach walking distance 5 min, great central spot to the island, the back yard and pool was the highlight for me..to be able to spend time at beach then come back and relax in pool is the best. Thank you for a nice stay ##### Raymond S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### barb s. Apr 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Spring Break Vacation We loved our stay here! The location was great and a quick walk to the beach. It was great to have the beach supplies available too. It was so convenient to have the pool in the backyard. We enjoyed grilling out and relaxing by the pool. Although the house is close to everything, you fee secluded by the pool. The house had everything we needed. We loved our visit. ##### barb s. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barrett L., Fort Worth Sep 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection Gumbo Cottage was absolutely perfect for our AMI vacation. Check in/out was super easy, the quality and condition of the property was impeccable and communication was clear. Hopefully we can stay in this property again in our next AMI trip. Thanks to Lulu’s for going above and beyond! ##### Barrett L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joyce A. Apr 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun in the sun Perfect location - Beach short walk & home has a great cart for chairs, umbrella & cooler that were all there to utilize for the days at the beach. Restaurants, bars, liquor store, souvenir, hardware, small market, post office - all within a very short walk. Free trolley for island exploration stops nearby & if you want to be out late - the monkey bus is fantastic - also free, but don’t be that guy, tip the driver!! Great dog park within walking distance. The backyard of the house is entirely fenced - great space for the pooch, too. Wonderful pool & lovely landscaped backyard Great big kitchen space Very comfy beds ##### Joyce A. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina S. May 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! We were blown away by Gumbo Cottage. It was the best beach rental we’ve ever stayed in. It is spotless, has everything you need including beach wagon, towels and well-stocked kitchen. The pool and yard are gorgeous . It is a 5 minute walk to the beach. We will definitely be back. ##### Christina S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary S. May 25, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay Absolutely beautiful, pristine cottage! Loved everything about it. We had an issue with the AC and it was addressed and fixed immediately. A 5 minute walk to beach and many restaurants. Will be back! ##### Mary S. 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