Welcome to For Shore, a haven of 'beach chic' elegance and luxury. Lounge together by the heated pool and spa or unwind on the front porch with a beautiful gulf view. The gourmet kitchen is fully stocked for your culinary creations, while Wi-Fi connectivity keeps you connected throughout this island paradise.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool!
***Photos Updated September 2025***
If you are hoping to stay on the perfect Old Florida island in the perfect beach home, you have found your destination at "For Shore". This simply beautiful home provides the ultimate in "beach chic" elegance and luxury for your most relaxing and engaging island respite.
Five large bedrooms and four and one-half baths provide all the privacy you require, and the beautifully decorated open living space is perfect for the gathering together of family and friends after a day at the beach, Lounge together by the heated pool and spa, be perfectly secluded by the landscaping of the beautiful outdoor living space or have a sip at the outdoor bar while grilling on the gas grill.
The country's most idyllic beach is literally just a few steps away, just out the front door; but you can also enjoy the beautiful gulf view by simply gazing upon it while relaxing on the front porch or bedroom decks-the sunsets over the gulf are stunning.
The gourmet kitchen is fully stocked for your creative culinary impulses, and conveniences abound, from the state-of-the-art washer/dryer to flat screen TV's in each bedroom and Wi Fi connectivity throughout the house.
And when you're ready, take a bike ride or stroll and explore this wonderful island paradise-you're just a short ride away from all the shopping, dining and sight-seeing that Anna Maria Island has to offer. Indeed, the fantastic memories from your stay at "For Shore" will last a lifetime.
*Please note: 4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.
***OVERCROWDING CONSEQUENCES*** Maximum occupancy of rental homes on Anna Maria Island are set by the Cities and are strictly enforced. An occupant is any person staying overnight, regardless of the number of nights. Due to recent issues of overcrowding in the area, if maximum occupancy is exceeded during your stay, a $1000 (one thousand dollar) overcrowding fee will be charged to the payment method on file and your party will be immediately evicted. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation to keep Anna Maria Island enjoyable for everyone.
"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." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.
VRC16-000656
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Heated pool
Hot tub
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Things to do
Golf
Heated pool
Kayak
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Bean Point Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, water tubing and parasailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
Is For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool! located?
Situated in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach. West Coast Surf Shop and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 10 minutes.
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For Shore: Sleeps 10, steps to beach, heated pool! 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.
We had a great week and most of it was because the house was great. We very much enjoyed the location and the amenities. The pool was awesome and refreshing.
Loved the house. Location was perfect. Plenty of space for family of 11. Outdoor space was fantastic. Communication was spot on. Can't wait to stay again.
Great property, great location close to the beach.
Great overall experience. The property is steps away from the beach and at a nice location very close to the entrance of the island. The pool and hot tub along with outdoor seating was great.
We had issues with our A/C and an appliance, and property managers were very responsive to fix these issues during our stay.
This property is right along the main road in and out of AMI, so there is a bit of road noise, but it didn’t negatively affect our stay.
Brad H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Brian
18 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
One block to the beach which was awesome. The house is very nice with all the amenities. There was a problem with the hot tub and the maintenance staff worked very hard to rectify. The staff was excellent. Bathroom with each bedroom was nice so everyone felt like they had a suite. On a busy street with lots of traffic. Location to beach and all there is to do made that ok with us.
As advertised, just steps to the beach and was nice to let the kids walk by themselves! The pool/spa were equally nice and provided hours of entertainment. Walkable location to nearby shops and grocery. (Free) Trolley stop right at the corner. SATO Real Estate responded to every question and need, and incredibly promptly (within hours!) The home was well designed and plenty of room.Yes, Gulf Drive is busy, but AMI is still recovering from Helene and Milton in certain areas. Merchants and restaurants were warm, welcoming and appreciative of folks shopping and dining. We would recommend this vacation spot! (6 adults, 4 kids, no pets)
Good location near beach, but busy street with emergency vehicles every so often annoying. Need to supply more necessities like toilet paper, paper towels, pods for dishwasher etc. Had start up problems of tv remote not working, garbage disposal, and toilets not working. Maintenance workers did show up to fix. Hot tub temperature too hot
For Shore was perfect for our family of 9 (5 adults, 4 kiddos). The open living/kitchen/dining area was a great space for all of us at the beginning and end of every day. The bonus was how kid-friendly the furnishings were which eliminated any concern and worries having curious and touchy toddlers! The outside space (dining/seating/bar/pool) is great as well. The only miss this builder/owner had was not putting a bathroom in the garage space ground level. We hit a couple bumps at the very beginning of our stay, but Sato Real Estate was incredibly responsive to our issues and extremely accommodating. You may notice a review or two mentioned road noise - yes Gulf Drive is busy but it was never annoying or interrupted anyones sleep. A positive was that there is a trolley stop, both north and south, right outside the door. Yes, you can indeed see the Gulf from the balconies and it’s a mere 3-4 minute walk and you’re on the path to the beautiful beach. Thanks again Josh @ Sato,we really enjoyed our stay!
There were 8 in our group. 2 families of 4- kids age 9-16. It is off the main road but honestly it didn’t bother us. We didn’t sit on the porch much because it was too hot. You didn’t hear the noise inside the house. The house was plenty big enough for us. We had the starter packs to begin with. Publix and the dollar tree are super close if you needed anything. The beach is a block from the house. So 5 minutes and you are walking in the ocean! There is a spiral staircase that leads from the back door in the kitchen down to the pool. You can walk downstairs and there is a door that leads outside to pool too. Just wanted to add that just in case. We had no issues with it. The pool was amazing after coming back from the beach to chill. The hot tub was awesome too my husband would say the best part. 😎Check in/out was simple. No crazy checkout rules. All in all a wonderful vacation and we all loved this house.
The location was great. It’s a short walk to the beach and right across from the trolley stop. The only negative was the toilets and how they flushed. There was a wagon full of beach supplies in the garage. The kitchen was well stocked. The pool and hot tub was used daily.
Lovely stay at this property. The beach is one
of the closest and beautiful’s on the area, Anna Maria Islands offers the cleanest beach and the must family oriented atmosphere ever. Love this place and the Sato Rentals team.
Great location and house with all amenities needed for the size of our family. Beds were comfortable. We had 1 issue with the sink and dishwasher but it was handled quicky and efficiently. We loved the pool and hot tub. We were impressed wirh the staff at Sato: from booking to check-out everyone was helpful, courteous and kind. AMI has been our vacation location for 5 years and For Shore is our favorite house! The staff at Sato are fantastic!
The check in/out was super easy! We flew in and stayed for a week. Having known what the house offered beach wise, would have been helpful. They had a wagon ( extremely helpful!), beach umbrellas and chairs, boogie boards and some floats. The house also had beach towels which was great. The kitchen had minimal utensils and dishes,but it was fine. Overall, the location was great with easy access to the beach. The pool was awesome also. It is off the main, busy road, so it could be loud as trucks came by at times. We really enjoyed our stay at For Shore!!
The stay was great . Only thing we noticed from last year to this year was we didn’t have many towels . Last year we had alot , this year we have 2 big towels per bathroom. We washed towels every day . Very few beach towels also. Kitchen was in good shape but we found it not to be as stocked with things as last year. We loved our stay and would stay again for sure .
Enjoyed the home, location was excellent, 2 very short blocks to public beach access. Home was sparsely stocked and had to immediately grocery shop for minimum essentials including tp and paper towels. The only seasoning in the cupboards was 1/2 small container of ground pepper, so it was kind of a bummer to have to shop for everything to prepare any kind of meal in the home knowing we would have to leave everything or waste it after using a couple of shakes of salt or garlic powder. Outside of some minor inconveniences, we enjoyed our time on stunning Anna Maria Island very much!