Title: The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=112880535&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches Vacation home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Bradenton Beach ## Photo gallery for The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches ![Beach nearby - The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112880600/112880535/3d825775.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112880600/112880535/3ba05811.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112880600/112880535/d53c7eb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112880600/112880535/a6e5130f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches (Holmes Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112890000/112880600/112880535/e2d34a42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Bradenton Beach, The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches provides amenities like laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches VRC16-000680 The Magic Dolphin Unit A and B can be booked together for larger groups up to 8 people. Welcome to “The Magic Dolphin A” an elevated vacation rental located on the northern section of Holmes Beach on gorgeous Anna Maria Island. The serene location is west of Gulf Dr, the location doesn’t get much better than this. Located steps, less than 200 ft to the white powder sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico and less than a few flip flop steps to the free island trolley service. “The Magic Dolphin A” is the East unit of this gulf view duplex. This property has been decorated with ease and comfort in mind. As you enter you are greeted by an open plan living room and kitchen with new luxury wood laminate flooring. Sit back, relax, and turn on your flat screen tv from the comfortable living room and catch that must see sports game or your favorite movie. We make sure you have the ability to stay connected with our free high-speed internet. This property offers a gas grill on the ground level. This 1-bedroom 2 bath accommodates 4 people comfortably. The primary bedroom features two queen beds and offers an ensuite bathroom with a shower no tub. The living room features a queen sleeper sofa. Just off the kitchen is the 2nd bathroom which offers a tub/shower combo. Two outdoor parking spots are provided. Both units A and B can be rented at the same time to accommodate a large family, reunion, or wedding parties up to 8 guests with enough advanced notice, subject to availability. Catch the sunset from the new elevated deck, two seats are provided. Disclaimers: \*This property features Salty Mermaid Linens which include\* \*White Duvet covers and inserts, white bed linens, multi color beach towels, white bath towels, white wash clothes, white bathroom floor towels, black makeup towels, kitchen towels, premium pillows, vacuum sealed throw blankets\* \*A starter kit of paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, laundry detergent, and coffee & tea. Full-sized luxury hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are provided at check-in. Also available if requested, while supplies last, is a toothbrush and sewing kit. Any additional items that you may need during your stay can be purchased at one of the local grocery stores.\* \*Dogs 25lbs or less are welcome, A $ 250+ tax pet fee is required per pet, This is a separate fee paid directly to Salty Mermaid Real Estate after booking. Pets that are not disclosed to our office will result in additional cleaning charges to your reservation. \*No smoking or vaping on the premises\* \*2 outdoor parking spaces provided, please note large trucks or SUVS may not fit underneath this elevated structure.\* \*No Laundry is available in this unit\* \*Check in time is 4pm on the day of your arrival, Check out time is 10am on the day of your departure. No early access or late departure is allowed unless special arrangements are made with our office, Our cleaning and Inspection team need time to ensure the rental is clean and safe for your stay\* \*Please note, all guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Thank you!\* \*This property can sleep up to 4 guests\* \*This home has a 3 night minimum stay requirement\* \*Reservations that are 30 nights or longer will require a mid-stay clean, one of our rental agents will provide more information at the time of booking. \*Noise Ordinance: Quiet Hours are enforced Monday - Saturday 10pm through 7am, All day Sunday. Fines may be imposed by code enforcement for violations. Any fines or fees associated with noise violations will be the sole responsibility of the guest. Please be aware of these city ordinances and abide by them at all times, as failure to do so may result in eviction from this property without refund. Please remember, you are vacationing in a residential area. Be a good neighbor by keeping noise to a respectful level. \*Please note this is not a party or large gathering house. Noise complaints may result in eviction\* ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking is not allowed. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101590000/101588800/101588770/0a3d2e2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous 1 Bed Condo! 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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 51249 ## About the area Located in Holmes Beach, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point 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%7C27.51572%2C-82.72501&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7uSMs7iOSOcK9xxBd9kK6Gx4mwA=) Holmes Beach, FL ### What's nearby - ![Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621565259960/4bf2b734-4aa3-4dfe-b672-837a32a859e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bradenton Beach 1 min walk \- 0.2 km - ![Anna Maria Beach is beautiful. It's one of several beaches on Anna Maria Island and doesn't have any facilities, so it's less visited.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/74028/f8a55dee-d0af-4c64-9fd9-1dc9ef841ead.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palmetto Avenue Beach 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - ![Sarasota_ManateePublicBeach_6296224-6](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6296224/18840710-bafd-43ff-9c44-e17ae20fcfbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Manatee Public Beach 3 min drive \- 2.4 km - Island Gallery West 2 min drive \- 1.4 km - Holmes Beach Beaches 7 min drive \- 2.1 km ### Getting around - Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - The Ugly Grouper 18 min walk - Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe 5 min drive - The Sandbar Restaurant 3 min drive - The Waterfront Restaurant 5 min drive - Skinny's Place 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches? ### What time is check-out at The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches? ### Where is The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Magic Dolphin A, great Holmes Beach location, steps to gulf beaches 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom P. Apr 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Awesome beach just few steps away. Great get away and quite neighborhood ##### Tom P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Raquel G. May 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location! Location! Location! Perfect place for a small family, close to the beach and boat ramp. Very easy check in and check out. Definitely will come back! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/90c36def-21dc-48f3-839f-0b22ee933313-1748442266626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0e577494-fc49-47f5-aec9-4e7974344829-1748442265252.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Raquel G. 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