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Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly!

Holiday home in Holmes Beach with private pool and kitchen

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A heated pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 41512 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly!

Holiday home in Holmes Beach with private pool and kitchen
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers a fenced private garden 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 coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Florida Dreams Realty of AMI, Inc.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,512 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Vrbo Property
1757-186858

About the area

Map
Holmes Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rod and Reel Pier - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Dream luxury home on Anna Maria Island, heated private pool - pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent two bedroom for couples

Don’t let the second story living keep you from booking this place. The huge benefit is the great socializing (open air) room under the townhouse - next to the pool. Rain or shine you can enjoy. The place is decorated beautifully. Two bedrooms of equal size and amenities makes it great for two couples to share.Great location on island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rekha K.

Great Small house in Holmes Beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: a Modern well located rental.. close to the main road so some traffic noise. Veryyyyy clean.... And well equipped.... Perfect for a couple.... Not much sun on the pool so got to get there in the morning...
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Fishful Thinking

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a great vacation rental in a great location, Florida Dreams Realty is excellent to work with and they respond quickly if you need something. This is our third time renting this property, Highky recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R., Kittanning Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved everything ❤️

The best overall experience!! Great restaurants near shopping , close to beach! House is amazing has everything you need great location!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russ D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2022

Fishful Thunking is a great property to stay at while on Anna Marie Island. Location is great and has all the amenities for a week stay. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Russ D.

Great second stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Thank you for a great second stay! Beautiful property in an excellent location.
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick H., Forest

Amazing place

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will be back!

We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Fishful Thinking

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was our second time in this rental and we loved it just as much as the first time. It is in a great location, very clean and private, and has everything you need.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

This property was wonderful! The house itself was updated and gorgeous. The back yard was private, shady and perfect. There was a slight appliance issue when we first arrived, but the managing company was really responsive and got it taken care of right away for us. We couldn't have asked for anything more! I definitely recommend staying here! Great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Great home and location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home was perfect for our family. It was very close to the skate/dog park along with the canal for some quick fishing. Trolley NB top is 1 block away for easy access to City Pier and Pine Street shops. We really enjoyed the outdoor space with the seating area, tv, pool, and cornhole. We tried booking it again same time next year and it was already booked.
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10/10 Excellent

Manny M.

Another Great Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our second straight year using Florida Dreams Realty and our second year at Fishful Thinking. And we will be booking our 3rd year hear as well. Everything about this home is great. Location, layout, pool and patio all perfect. The property is well maintained and super clean. It’s ready to enjoy. Bravo again “Florida Dreams Realty” You made everything smooth and easy. You were able to help us work out a few extra things, answered all of questions and requests. You are the best!
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10/10 Excellent

Terry D., Fergus, Ontario, Canada

Terrific Island Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a terrific home with everything we were looking for in a vacation stay: we had stayed on this same street last year and loved its central location and close walk to the beach. It’s clean, modern, spacious and we loved the large covered patio next to the pool, the perfect place to relax. I was impressed with the Florida Dreams property management team: when I was booking I had a couple of questions and they were prompt and helpful in answering them for me — almost like a friend helping me out.

6/10 Okay

Peggy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cute house great location, but nothing’s perfect

The house is very well decorated, and a fun floor plan! You have to walk upstairs to the pool bathroom, which was OK for us but not great for the seniors who were with us. The pool is very small, but we had a good time in it. However, there is no railing to get in and out, which is hard for little kids and seniors. Something you’d never think of would be a problem, but the little tiny pebbles all around the pool are a real pain and hurt your feet. They get all over the patio and we had to wear flip-flops all the time and sweep off the patio because the little pebbles were everywhere. Like walking on Legos! Ha ha! No bars in the showers to hold onto which poses a big safety hazard. Kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans, and everything you need, and the place was clean. There was not enough towels and there had been debris in the pool when we arrived and nobody came the 10 days we were there to clean the pool. I bought a net from the dollar store and swept the pool myself. There was no garage door opener when we got there which is one of the things they will charge you for if you lose it. So make sure that the garage door opener is there when you arrive. We had a blast as a family, but we will not return to this specific house. Neighborhood is amazing and close to the beach. We rented a golf cart and it was great to get around town. Traffic does get really bad on Ana Maria.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Monica S., Siler City, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place, good price!

The house is in a good location, two blocks from beach access. Walking distance to restaurants. The house was clean and all that was supposed to there was there. The only reason I don’t give all 5 stars was due to the kitchen being a little lacking. There were items that I looked for and couldn’t find. Nothing I couldn’t work around it was more of a nuisance. Also the beds were comfy but noisy, creaked with every move.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

The perfect hideaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fishful Thinking was everything we wanted and needed for our family getaway to AMI! The house is beautiful, bedrooms and bathrooms are great. The outdoor space, though, was unbelievable! We spent so much time downstairs in the outdoor living room, even when the weather was yucky. Only a few small needs in the house: more towel hooks and bars! There was nowhere to hang items. And the washer/dryer need to be cleaned out. The washer's door lining was very moldy. Small maintenance needs, though. Everything else was perfect!
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Fishful thinking is always perfect.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall always a great experience. The only issue is several outlets do not work and need replacing.
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

Excellent rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a very nice rental property and we had everything we needed. It is well managed, close to beaches and restaurants and very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Gisele J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for Family of 4

This property was perfect for our family of 4 and spotless when we arrived! Would definitely stay here again. It had everything we needed for our 10 day stay at Anna Maria Island. Recommend the extra pool heat for this time of the year! We enjoyed fishing at the City Pier and golfing at nearby golf courses. Easy walk to the beach. Highly recommend and our mini goldendoodle loved it too!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

ROGER G.

AMI SEPT 22

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: GOOD QUALITY HOUSE, GOOD LOCATIONNEEDS FANS IN OUTSIDE LOUNGE/ DINNING AREA ALSO WOULD HAVE LIKED A KETTLE TO MAKE TEA
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6/10 Okay

Linda T.

Fishful Thinking

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House was very nice. Pool was too small. Proximity to Beach a little farther than we like. A couple of maintenance items - key hard to work in lock (should replace knob) and guest bath shower doors need adjustment as they knock. I would recommend with the reservations of pool and proximity to beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

A+

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property has many great attributes! This includes the location being a short walk to the beach and a quick golf cart ride to shops and restaurants. The home was extremely clean and perfect size for a family of 4. We utilized the covered patio most of the time and kids loved the pool. We quickly went from beach to pool each day. The management company was extremely helpful and quick to respond to the couple of questions we had. Great place!
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10/10 Excellent

Pattee M.

Island vacay in Florida

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house! Private, close to beach, shops & restaurants. Enjoyed grilling pool side & TV under cover outside.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roger W., Boulder, Colorado

Great Stay at Fishful Thinking

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house and location! House worked well for our family. A few suggestions. Lack of kitchen storage for food was challenging. Beds were very squeaky and loud. Bedrooms need better blackout curtains. Kitchen faucet and toaster probably need replacing. Pool pump very noisy while outside. Thank you for accommodating our schedule change.
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2/10 Terrible

Terri G.

Cute place .... but unfortunately for me ...

Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very unhappy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: There was a Mold issue, which taken care of near end of my stay. I was Given $100 gift card and a small check, but I didn’t feel that was adequate compensation since I am allergic to mold and had to wait that long. But it is very cute place, unfortunate that had to take so long to fix the situation. Thus the reason for the low rating.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021