1 Minute Walk To The Beach - Large Updated One Level Updated Beach House-Open

Smart TV, books
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(85 Ratings)

House in Holmes Beach, FL

12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 4 baths

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Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this house rental

We are open for the dates that show open! Pics will be updated as we install new kitchens and bathrooms. Work is taking place as we speak and we need the support. Thank you for considering Blue Grotto!

Welcome to our Blue Grotto on the beautiful Anna Maria Island. We hope you will enjoy every minute of your stay in our 3700 square feet beach house with 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms (VRBO is saying 2 for some reason and we are working on fixing). Our unique property features 2 living areas and 2 full kitchens which makes it great for both Team Sleep In and Team Early Riser to all vacation together. Our little slice of heaven is perfect for family vacays, wedding guests, fishing or golfing trips or that annual girls trip! You are only 6 houses to the beach or right out the back door to the large pool*. You will want to return year after year!
Location, Location, Location! The locals call this area the "Golden Triangle" because ALL THE THINGS are right around the corner. A short 5 minute walk to the AMI Beach Cafe serving my Dad’s favorite all-you-can-eat pancakes. A quick 2 minute golf cart ride to grab a cold beer at the Freckled Fin Irish Pub or 5 minutes in the other direction for some ice cream at my personal fav- Two Scoops! Adult Night Out...don't worry, The Doctor's Office is crafting cocktails only 2 minutes away. If things get ugly at the Ugly Grouper, you are only 2 minutes from home. If you want to pick up some of the freshest seafood around at Capt Anthony's Seafood Market and grill by the pool then your side dishes from Publix are only 4 short minutes from home. Jump on the free Island Trolley at the end of the block to check out Coquina Beach or Anna Maria City Pier. Feeling like a homemade cinnamon roll just about the size of your head then head straight to Ginny’s & Jane E’s Cafe. You won’t want to miss the sunset at The Sand Bar and while you are there...order a pina colada with a dark rum floater! Historic Bridge Street will keep the whole gang entertained for hours purchasing all the sharks teeth, alligator sculptures, shell bracelets, bathing suits or singing along with the band at Island Time Bar and Grill. It shouldn’t even be legal to skip a fried grouper sandwich on the deck at Tide Tables. Some would argue that the fried shrimp at Starfish are life changing.
Southern hospitality and a chill vibe welcomes all ages at the AMI Blue Grotto. Enjoy an afternoon game on the outdoor tv while the kids swim in the large pool. With only steps to the sugar white sand beach, the Blue Grotto is so convenient to pop back and forth for that true island style living. Who will rule the shuffleboard table on this trip? Who will be the first to spot a Manatee or perhaps one of the 5 different species of Sea Turtles? A quick 1 minute walk in the evening to enjoy the breathtaking sunsets from the most beautiful white sand beach is the best stress reliever that I have ever found. Come back home to rest in one of the 4 king bedrooms or 2 double twin bedrooms....each with their own television.
Come experience the vintage charm of Anna Maria Island, a seven mile little slice of heaven where flip flops are standard and the speed limit tops out at 35 mph. See ya’ll soon!
*Extra charge to heat the pool.

***Please inquire about offseason less than weekly rental.***

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(85 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
There are not enough words to describe this beautiful home!! We had six people in our party. The Blue Grotto accommodated us beyond what we expected. Beautifully decorated, clean and just so comfortable. There was one minor thing that needed repair and Dominique had his handyman over within 24 hrs to fix. All appliances were in great working order. With 2 fully equipped kitchens we opted to cook dinners every night. Plenty of cookware and tools. The Island Fish market is not far from the house and had all the seafood we wanted. We have stayed at other VRBO’s on AMI in the past but none of them can compare to the Blue Grotto. 5 min walk to the beautiful beach. A wagon and beach chairs are available. Pool toys also were available and clean for the young kiddos. Very nice pool area with 3 umbrellas and plenty of seating. Dominique and Kelly are absolutely wonderful hosts!! Don’t pass up the chance to stay at the Blue Gotto!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
We had two families stay in the house and it was perfect for our group. Kitchens were well stocked, the outdoor space was great and so close to the beach! 2 living areas and 2 kitchens were amazing. So clean! Will definitely be coming back.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
It was a family vacation. We had 10 people and the house was great. There was plenty of room for all of us. It had everything we needed. We all loved the pool - especially the kids! The hosts were very helpful. We would recommend this house.
5.0 / 5.0
Jul 2024
Overall awesome time
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
We had a multi-family trip at the blue grotto, 12 of us-ages 8-45. Prior to going we had a family emergency and the hosts were excellent in working with us to make sure we were able make the trip with the circumstances. The house has nice size rooms and kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need. We absolutely loved the location!! It is in the middle of the island so not too far from Anna Maria Pier or Bradenton beach. However, the best thing about this house is the quick walk to the beach. It really is less than a 5 minute walk from the beautiful beach!!! The streets are not busy and quiet so we all felt very safe. I would absolutely recommend the blue grotto for a multi-family stay, we hope to make it back soon!!
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2024
We had a wonderful stay! The home was clean and comfortable. We have stayed on the island many times and this was one of our favorite stays. We will definitely be back. The owners were very easy to work with as well.
5.0 / 5.0
Mar 2024
Two years in a row, our group has stayed here. Perfect for our group of family and friends. Hosts are very responsive if/when needed, which is rare since the place is pretty perfect! Highly recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Feb 2024
2nd time visiting this VRBO- love, love, love the location! Owners very responsive!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Holmes Beach?

The average price for a rental in Holmes Beach is $571 per night. This rental is $1,371 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 1 Minute Walk To The Beach - Large Updated One Level Updated Beach House-Open . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at 1 Minute Walk To The Beach - Large Updated One Level Updated Beach House-Open . Enjoy the water!

Is 1 Minute Walk To The Beach - Large Updated One Level Updated Beach House-Open pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at 1 Minute Walk To The Beach - Large Updated One Level Updated Beach House-Open ?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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