You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything
Beachside holiday home with water park
At this holiday home, catch some rays on the beach or spend the day at a water park. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers a DVD player and a balcony. Guests can enjoy a private pool, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property manager
Vacasa of Florida
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Heated pool
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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
General
Unit size: 2,300 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Property is also known as
13778
About the area
Holmes Beach, FL
What's nearby
Manatee Public Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Anna Maria Sound - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
Cortez Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Coquina Beach - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
Holmes Beach Beaches - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - 16 min walk
Wicked Cantina - 3 min drive
Anna Maria Oyster Bar on the Pier - 4 min drive
Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - 4 min drive
Skinny's Place - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ilexhurst holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.
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Luxury beachside home with heated private pool - tranquil & close to everything Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 70 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 70 reviews
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
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8/10 Good
Jessica M.
25 May 2024
Great house on the beach
The location was great. Walk right out on the beach!
Jessica M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good
Janis N.
15 Jun 2024
Great Sunsets!
Great location and beach access! Parking is difficult.
Janis N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good
Scott M.
2 Jun 2024
Great home on beach
Just us and our kids and friend each and it was perfect. House on beach was great, pool was great and location to everything was great. Perfecto.
Scott M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Ashley B.
17 Jun 2024
Perfect Spot
House is nice. Beds were comfy. Steps to the beach. Driveway/road was a little cramped, but overall excellent rental.
Ashley B.
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10/10 Excellent
Diane R.
5 May 2024
Family vacation
Place is gorgeous . Right on the beach. Kitchen set up well with everything. Very clean.
Diane R.
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6/10 Okay
Jay B.
6 Apr 2024
Very nice house with nice amenities and great access to the beach.
beds need updating and upgrading and spa needs more regular maintenance and chemical management.
Driveway was a bit hard to get out of. Overall great stay.
kimberly f.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Marlo S.
4 May 2024
Beautiful Beach House
Great that house was right on the beach, they are hard to find! Love early morning & late night walks.
House setup is great for family of all adults that every bedroom had it's own bathroom.
Beautiful beach décor & vibe throughout the house, makes you really enjoy the vacation.
Will return.
Beautifully appointed home right on the beach with amazing sunsets.
Only advice would be to upgrade mattresses and pillows with pillow protectors.
We certainly would come back to this home
We absolutely love this house the location is amazing. Being on the beach is very nice for the family especially with small children. Having the pool to get in when coming off the beach is so refreshing. No complaints at all! The only thing we needed a few more towels and the dryer needs to be serviced. Thank you for having us. Hopefully we can return for another stay.
Ashley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good
Clint H.
30 Jul 2024
Great Vacation
I want to start by saying that I would recommend this house. I also want to mention some things that I wish I had known. This house is very close to public access. This did cause a little issue if you didn’t get up early and go put chairs down. There were a few issues with cleanliness. I don’t blame anyone but the cleaning crew for this. We called about how rough the pool was and they had someone there within an hour or so. Overall a good place.
Our recent vacation at this home was nothing short of spectacular. The house was perfect in every way. Nestled right on the beach, the location couldn't have been better. We were captivated by the incredible views of both sunsets and sunrises, which we enjoyed from the back decks.
The covered pool and hot tub were a delightful bonus, providing a serene setting to relax and take in the stunning surroundings. The house itself was spacious, with comfortable beds that ensured restful nights. The water pressure was the best we've ever experienced in a rental, making showers a pleasure.
The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed, whether we were cooking a meal or grilling. The only minor challenge was the driveway, which could be a bit tricky to navigate with a large SUV, but it was manageable.
Our vacation was perfect, especially for our three little kids who made unforgettable memories. We will absolutely stay at here again. It was worth every penny for its prime location and breathtaking views. Highly recommend!
Colleen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Jeffrey F.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Big Problems WIth Property Management Availability
Beautiful house. Great location. The property management really failed in our case. While the central VACASA numbers eventually would respond, they could never be effective. They would punt things to the local team without a local team ever responding even for relatively urgent issues - for days! Also, some issues with cleanliness. House was clean. Many dishes were not. The outdoor was not cleaned. The pool was clearly dirty with plastic bag and empty water bottled and a dirty towel. The pool service came on one day before our last day - unannounced. Just walked in and started cleaning the pool with us in it without even a word! It was very strange and not what you expect when you pay this much for the home. Also, the air conditioning was not working properly. We were not notified. ON the 3rd day a AC service came and was there for 7 hours without prewiring even though the service people indicated that it was supposed to have been repaired the week beforehand. We stayed close by as they needed access to the house twice for the repair. Worst part, wrong key codes to get in house - only got in because of arriving when cleaning service leaving on first day. VACASA never responded effectively by any method until the 3rd day. Then when we got locked out the 5th day (key code stopped working), no response. We had to scale the house and get in through the 2nd floor deck. No response from VACASA until today - 1 day after checkout that they will "take care of it."
Great house at a great location on the beach! We enjoyed long days on the sand and in the surf. Could even walk to pub at Lifeguard Stand on the beach for afternoon refreshments.
We will definitely look to book here again. Miss AMI already!
Sandy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hilda B.
25 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Beautiful location
Great sunsets, lovely beach, tastefully decorated
Hilda B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good
Jose V.
23 Aug 2022
Wine Down House
Great location, spacious home and quick response from management company if you need anything taken care of. Pool is covered which is a nice perk after spending time at the beach in the sun.
Great location beach front , professionally decorated , will
Try to book it again
Juan G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
19 Jul 2022
Amazing Beach House!
We had an amazing week staying at Wine Down. Love that 3 of the 4 bedrooms have king size beds and all bedrooms have their own full bathrooms. Lots of space inside and out and only steps to the beach. Great pool and hot tub. Plenty of beach chairs and towels provided. Would definitely stay here again!
Angela B.
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10/10 Excellent
Linda F.
10 Jul 2022
Gorgeous!
What a gorgeous home with a spectacular view! Our family had such a wonderful time at Wine Down!. The house was beautiful. All the bedrooms and bathrooms were perfect for our group. This house is literally right on the beach! It was so convenient to be able to go to the beach, come back for lunch, take a quick dip in the pool and then go out again to the beach - just an amazing experience. Vacasa was very responsive and great customer service. We loved it so much that we have booked this lovely home for next year. We can't wait to go back and stay again. If you are looking for a beautiful home located seconds from the beach - this is your home! You will not be disappointed!
Linda F.
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10/10 Excellent
Guy S.
15 Jun 2022
The Smiths
Fabulous house. Great location. We are already booked for 2023. This was our first time dealing with VACASA and they were fantastic!!
Guy S.
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10/10 Excellent
Thomas W.
26 Apr 2022
Perfect!
Great house on a beautiful beach! Loved the sunsets, surfs, and seafood!!!! Couldn’t ask for more.
Thomas W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Carl H.
5 Apr 2022
Beautiful home on the beach
The only aspect that would make this any better would be if there were restaurants within walking distance. Vacasa was very responsive to our needs as well.
Carl H.
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10/10 Excellent
Carol B.
1 Feb 2022
Wine Down!
Big thank you to Vacasa and home owners for giving us the opportunity to stay in this beautiful home after our original rental canceled one day before our stay. Oceanfront views were amazing, as well as the pool and jacuzzi. Comfortable beds, and spacious rooms and location is right in the middle of all the island amenities.