[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. Vacation home in Holmes Beach with private pool and kitchen ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36900400/36900387/74f0d549.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36900400/36900387/e1a81e8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36900400/36900387/446896cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36900400/36900387/73bc53c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36910000/36900400/36900387/47a182fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to Sea Star Cottage, a beautifully decorated 2-bedroom haven with a private heated pool and large covered lanai. Steps from the beach, this Anna Maria Island gem offers everything you need for an easy vacation: beach towels, chairs, umbrellas, and more. Unwind in your own backyard oasis or stroll to nearby shops and restaurants. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. Two minute walk to beach access at the end of our street! PRIVATE heated pool. Air conditioned 2 bedroom 2 bath home. Private backyard.Paradise found ! Welcome to Sea Star Cottage! Beautifully decorated with your own private heated pool plus large covered ground floor lanai. You will be steps to the beach with access point at the end of our road. We supply everything you'll need for an easy beach vacation. Beach towels, beach trolly, chairs, umbrellas and a cooler bag! All you'll need is your swimsuit. We strive to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, to do so we provide a professional linen service 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 arrival. These high- quality linens are laundered in a commercial setting that uses only hypoallergenic, perfume and dye free soaps assuring all of our guests a comfortable stay. Our property includes use of our MEMBERSHIP at The Center of Anna Maria Island. This membership allows our guests access to pickleball, tennis, a fitness center and wellness classes including yoga. There is also access ( some at additional costs) to kids camps and concerts. Feel free to ask us more about our membership. We think of the little things to make your vacation special. All linens are provided including sheets, bath towels, kitchen towels, and pool towels. Sea Star cottage is in a great location centrally located on Anna Maria Island. Walking distance to shops and restaurants yet nestled just off of the main road. Amenities: \- Located steps to beautiful beach \-Private heated pool (we heat the pool at no extra charge during the winter months) \-private backyard with covered lanai. \- private upstairs deck \-Parking included \-Free island trolly stop at the end of our street (one minute walk away) \- Centrally located on the island near to shops and restaurants \- free WiFi \- Beach wagon, umbrellas, beach chairs, cooler \-Gas BBQ \-plenty of outdoor seating including chaise lounges, Adirondack chairs and two outdoor dining tables. Fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops: \-Keureg \-kettle \-drip coffee machine \- toaster \- blender \-Washer and dryer Two bedrooms: Main bedroom Kingsize bed with en-suite bathroom and walk in closet. HDTV in all rooms Second bedroom has two twin beds and HDTV Two full bathrooms : Main bathroom full bathroom with tub/shower combo Master bathroom has walk in shower Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectable level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property. What makes this property so special is its very close direct beach access to the idyllic soft white sand of the Gulf beaches and breathtaking sunsets. A peaceful neighborhood, walking distance to restaurants and shops. Free island trolly bus stop just around the corner. Onsite parking makes it easy to unload. If you are a larger party, or traveling with friends and family please checkout our other site Vrbo property ID 1645447( or contact owner to inquire) which allows you to rent both sides. Both units have private yard and pool but fences can be opened to share the property. This allows you to be as together as you may like while still having your privacy. We do not allow parties or events. No pets allowed. No smoking. VRC 19-000082 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33570000/33564100/33564065/7dfb83ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach pool House Family Vacation Home. 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Please do not put hot items on countertop. 2. No children are permitted in pool area or upper decks without adult supervision. We ONLY allow a Saturday check in/out date. If booking is made outside of these days, they may be subject to cancellation prior to arrival. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ## About the area Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bean Point Beach and Anna Maria Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. [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%7C27.51533%2C-82.72295&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0sigbb_QZy6i_Df8MnOaireK1tc=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Manatee Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Bean Point Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km - Anna Maria Beach - 7 min drive - 4.1 km - Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.1 km ### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬18 min walk - ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬3 min drive - ‪North Shore Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Steps to the beach! PRIVATE HEATED POOL w covered lanai. Central location. located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Palmetto Avenue Beach. Island Gallery West and Island Players are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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