🌞Cozy cottage close to everything-Private patio-3 min to the beach! 🌴
Cottage in Ilexhurst, FL
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this cottage rental
Discover this boutique-styled cottage and the white sandy beaches that make Anna Maria Island so famous. The Cottage is just 20 yards from the Gulf ocean and is one house off the beach as the crow flies.
A large open room with lots of sunlight will give your vacation the perfect vibe. The modern kitchen is fully loaded with a dishwasher, microwave, stove and a fridge...and of course there's an ice maker! Plus lots of storage for longer stays makes this cozy kitchen easy to enjoy.
The comfortable living room is a great place to chill. Wifi and television will also keep you occupied if you've had enough sun. Fans in the living and bedroom mean you can enjoy the perfect weather without sacrificing airflow. Naturally, if you like it cooler, AC is always available. Need extra sleeping room? The living room features a very comfortable pull-out couch for guests.
The bathroom has a tub for soaking and a marble-topped vanity as well as custom one-of-a kind touches. The clean, white fluffy towels are all 100% cotton and will give you that fresh hotel feel.
Your bedroom comes with a high-end king bed that's not too firm, not too soft, and comes with 450-thread count cotton sheets. The room offers bedside reading lamps, a large closet and private television.
Just think... when the waves pick up, you can hear the ocean from your private patio, which is a great place to relax all day when you're not out on the beach. Feeling like a BBQ? Kick on the grill and enjoy.
This house has everything you could possibly need to enjoy time by the sea.
Your boutique chic, adorable cottage is just a 2-minute walk to coffee shops, the only late-night watering hole on the island, the local Walgreens, and a bike rental store so you never need to drive anywhere. But if you did want to head out, the free trolley that runs up and down the island makes getting around a cinch!
Lastly there is a washer & dryer located on the back of the property— this laundry area is shared by our two cottages (we have this "Sun Cottage" and a "Surf Cottage" which you can see on our website if you google Postcard Cottages AMI)
A large open room with lots of sunlight will give your vacation the perfect vibe. The modern kitchen is fully loaded with a dishwasher, microwave, stove and a fridge...and of course there's an ice maker! Plus lots of storage for longer stays makes this cozy kitchen easy to enjoy.
The comfortable living room is a great place to chill. Wifi and television will also keep you occupied if you've had enough sun. Fans in the living and bedroom mean you can enjoy the perfect weather without sacrificing airflow. Naturally, if you like it cooler, AC is always available. Need extra sleeping room? The living room features a very comfortable pull-out couch for guests.
The bathroom has a tub for soaking and a marble-topped vanity as well as custom one-of-a kind touches. The clean, white fluffy towels are all 100% cotton and will give you that fresh hotel feel.
Your bedroom comes with a high-end king bed that's not too firm, not too soft, and comes with 450-thread count cotton sheets. The room offers bedside reading lamps, a large closet and private television.
Just think... when the waves pick up, you can hear the ocean from your private patio, which is a great place to relax all day when you're not out on the beach. Feeling like a BBQ? Kick on the grill and enjoy.
This house has everything you could possibly need to enjoy time by the sea.
Your boutique chic, adorable cottage is just a 2-minute walk to coffee shops, the only late-night watering hole on the island, the local Walgreens, and a bike rental store so you never need to drive anywhere. But if you did want to head out, the free trolley that runs up and down the island makes getting around a cinch!
Lastly there is a washer & dryer located on the back of the property— this laundry area is shared by our two cottages (we have this "Sun Cottage" and a "Surf Cottage" which you can see on our website if you google Postcard Cottages AMI)
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Ilexhurst, FL
RRRR
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
This suited our needs, was as expected, very clean and enjoyed veing close to the beach
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay in this cute comfy cottage two yrs in a row
10.0 / 10.0
Picture perfect! I came down to relax and recharge my batteries and this cottage was the perfect place to do that! Within walking distance to a lot of different places and the beach! I loved everything about my stay! Thank you for your hospitality!
10.0 / 10.0
Very nice place to stay, cozy and comfortable. Everything needed was provided. Walking distance to shops and cafes as needed. Loved it and hope to be back soon. Beach was nice and sand was soft and groomed daily which was nice too.
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage exceeded expectations with its impeccable cleanliness, ample space, and a stunning backyard patio, all conveniently situated in close proximity to the beach.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved everything about this little beach cottage . Beach decor , private patio, comfortable bed , all the comforts of home with a 2 min walk to the beach. Check in was easy and manager was always available via text , email or phone to answer questions .
10.0 / 10.0
Always a great stay at our favorite cottage on Anna Maria! Super clean, quiet, perfect location to beaches and shops! Host is very prompt and friendly! Cant wait till next year!!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved the property and the location. Only steps to the beach.
10.0 / 10.0
First I wanted to say thanks for the fun place.They said it was a 3 minute walk to the beach, they were wrong, more like one. Easy walk. Great location to everything. Place looks just like you see. Bed was Fabulous and everything you need in kitchen. Will be back. Great beach location
10.0 / 10.0
This little cottage was absolutely perfect for my wife and I to enjoy Anna Maria Island. I was pleased that the owner was quick to respond to a couple questions I had before our arrival. It made for such a relaxing trip. The cottage itself was very clean, comfortable and well decorated, with a nice array of kitchen utensils and a great back patio. We really enjoyed the location as it was in between the busier areas of the island. It made for a beach that was not very crowded. It is an easy two minute walk to the beach, and the owners even have a wagon, beach chairs, umbrella, and floats. All you need for a day at the beach . The location also made for a short drive in either direction to see all the island has to offer. I would certainly stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage was adorable, extremely clean and a short walk to the beach. We loved it and would stay there again!
10.0 / 10.0
The Sun Unit at Postcard Cottages was a perfect place to stay on Anna Maria Island. Close to the beach and the gorgeous sunsets! Private yet convenient to everything! Immaculate and comfortable! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
10.0 / 10.0
What a beautiful rental property. We loved our cottage. Great location & very clean! Easy to find + close to everything. Would stay at again.
10.0 / 10.0
this place gets A 10 from me clean cozy great location not one thing we didn't like they had everything we needed
10.0 / 10.0
The cottage was exactly as described and perfect for my wife and I.
10.0 / 10.0
We found paradise at Holmes Beach. The cottage was perfect for our needs. It is beautifully decorated and well equipped with necessities. Steps to the beautiful white sand beaches. Close location to everything.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Walking distance to beach, shopping and restaurants. Very clean and kitchen well appointed to be able to cook at home if you wanted. Perfect way to experience all that Anna Maria Island offers.
10.0 / 10.0
Our little
Cottage was just wonderful. Couldn’t ask for more. Close to beach, shopping and restaurants. Quiet and safe area. House was impeccably neat, clean and adorable. It has just about all the amenities you would need for your stay.
Can’t wait to return
5.0 / 10.0
As always, was a pleasure staying at your property! We arrived shortly after the hurricane, and although we had no power for a few days, we were still able to check in. The house was clean, well stocked, and perfect in every way. There was some damage outside from the hurricane, which was fixed promptly! Our coffee pot was not working properly, and we had a new one on our steps the next morning! Communication with host was always answered right away. We love this place and can't wait to book for next year!
10.0 / 10.0
I needed a few days of peace and quiet. I live locally but love my local beaches so much that I often take little getaways throughout the year. This was my first time staying and it was really nice. I love the decor because I was inside a lot and appreciate having pretty artworks to look at. I actually did watch a lot of TV while studying and the TV was nice and had Roku with all my streaming services and also in the bedroom but no streaming in there. The wifi was normal and worked for my online classes and stuff. The kitchen was stocked with nice dishes and everything I needed except any extra spices. Prior tenants have left behind salt and pepper. Check the closets and under the sinks, because there are extra items you can use such as oven mitts in the kitchen and left-behind stuff in the bathroom like body wash or sunblock in case you are in a pinch. Not every place has that and I appreciated it. The towels and blankets and bedding was all soft clean and cozy. A/C worked great. I was there in September and it was extraordinarily hot outside. It didn't rain but I was surprised by that since it's rainy season . The house was impeccably clean and tidy and fresh. I loved the outdoor shower in the back and the hose in the front. I constantly hose my feet, another really nice feature for Florida. There are several ways to walk to the beach. The house provides some older beach chairs and even a wagon, this is nice. I had my own stuff. I found that walking out the front, turning right at the stop sign and accessing the beach from that public beach access location to be the quickest and easiest way to get there. Takes maybe 2 minutes to walk that way. You can't see or hear the water, until you walk to the beach, at least I couldn't. The outdoor space is clean and very tastefully landscaped, I loved it.. The laundry is shared with the other cottage and they would need to walk through your back patio area to get to it. I would have preferred to have curtains on that side of the house for that reason. I used clothespins that I brought to hang a sarong as a curtain on the back door. It was sufficiently dark in the bedroom
10.0 / 10.0
Postcard cottage was adorable! It was decorated delightfully in a beach theme with such happy colors and fun artwork. Jojo was very kind and responded quickly to communication emails. It truly was only a minute from the beach, with a pathway back through a gate that made you feel like you were in a very tropical place. The beach was beautiful and uncrowded… we even saw dolphins two of our days on the beach. It was magical to be walking along the beach, or in the water swimming, watching them at play and feeding time. Seafood lovers that we are, we ate at a different place each evening and enjoyed luscious seafood dishes each place we went, including The Feast, Seafood Shack, Ugly Grouper, Starfish Company, and Wicked Cantina. A visit to The Green Turtle was a fun stop for finding some t-shirts, hats, flip-flops and other little treasures. The ladies working in there were so kind and helpful. Finally, we indulged in a “couples massage” at “Sea-renity” with Amanda and Caitlin, and they were wonderful! Knots in muscles we’d had forever, are gone! It was magical! This trip was everything we hoped it would be🥰☀️🎉
10.0 / 10.0
Very convenient to all beaches and just about any where you want to go on the island. We rented a golf cart and that’s how we got around all week. Very clean , updated and quiet. Thank you !
10.0 / 10.0
Cute place that exceeded our expectations. Nice and clean. Super convenient location, both to the beach and to local businesses. Everything we needed to get started and enjoy the beach was provided. Would love to stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
All the amenities for the perfect beach getaway
Well-located and with everything we could need for a relaxing week at Holmes Beach - we cannot wait to come back! All the linens were so comfy, and laundry on-site made for such easy clean up with our daily trips to the beach. The kitchen was well-equipped and with less than a 10-minute walk to the grocery store, we felt right at home making our meals here. The house has very pleasant design/decor, and we loved having breakast outside - the back patio felt like our own tropical oasis. We didn't have to rent any beach equipment because the sun cottage has it all. It was perfect for our family of three! Bonus points as there was a box fan in the bedroom and we all slept like babies on the super comfy bed.
10.0 / 10.0
Beach bliss cottage
Great property, real close to th beach. Very clean, with all the needs. Highly recommend.
10.0 / 10.0
Pleasure Island
Cleanest VRBO we have bern in. Sweetly decorated, nice layout, well appointed kitchen, nice neighborhood, walk to grocery & Walgreens. Special beach a short walk away.
8.0 / 10.0
Beach Equipment
The beach chairs and umbrella were barely usable and some of the other beach equipment needed to be replaced
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect size for a family of 4.. with super close beach access..
As adorably decorated as pictured.. spacious and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook meals.. loved having the beach chairs/ toys/ towels. The patio was peaceful and private. Would definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
Always perfect!
I rent this property often, and am never disappointed. Close to beach, quiet, clean, perfect size and close to shopping and restaurants. Would highly recommend for a couple, or twosome. Thanks again for great accommodations!
10.0 / 10.0
Super cute and cozy
Loved it!
10.0 / 10.0
Convenience
Close to beach, stores. Clean and well equipped. Beach equipment was provided and convenient laundry on site.
10.0 / 10.0
Great Accommodations!
We really enjoyed our stay. Great location, cute and clean property, great communication!!
10.0 / 10.0
A week at the beach
Excellent location - near to the beach & shopping - nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Extremely clean property with everything you'll need for a relaxing vacation at the beach. Property manager responds very quickly to messages and addresses questions/concerns.
10.0 / 10.0
Beach relaxation at its best
This rental is an a amazing location. House was squeaky clean and kitchen stocked with anything you could need. The laundry room allowed us to pack light..provided one roll of toilet paper and paper towels. Nearby Walgreens with a large liquor store(and Publix if you don't mind a walk or quick trolley ride. )Holmes beach is a couple minute walk and this beach the most peaceful some of the other beaches we checked seemed crowded (coquina & manatee) outdoor shower was great to rinse sand. TV. Comfy King size bed and many pillows. Netflix seemed a bit slow on the living room but we weren't on vacation to watch tv. A/c was perfect after a hot afternoon to relax for lunch. Amazing places to eat within short walking distance too.
10.0 / 10.0
wonderful vacation!!
This is my 2nd time staying at the sun cottage. Only thing I wish was different, is its too bad its not right on the beach. Otherwise, I never want to stay anywhere else. Cottage has EVERYTHING you need, adorably furnished, great location conveniently located. Can't wait to come back next year.. Jojo is very helpful and an excellent property manager.
10.0 / 10.0
Much needed get away
Super cute beach cottage. Had all amenities needed to make your stay a real pleasure. Fully stocked kitchen, comfy king sized bed. Loved the outside patio. Just perfect for a couple or small family.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful!
This cottage was just as described and we would stay again and recommend to others. Our 2 teenage boys were with us and it was still cozy enough for the 4 of us. Short walk to the beach with no major roads to cross. Great location!
5.0 / 10.0
This property is very nice and the pictures and descriptions are completely accurate.A couple things:The AC has two settings - very cold and kinda cold. Particularly in the bedroom. There were no paper towels, dishwasher detergent or dishcloths/sponges. Be forwarned. But the kitchen is really well stocked otherwise and we left those items that we bought for the next visitors. But in general this is a really nice place in a convenient and quiet location. We'd stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing week
This property is very nice and the pictures and descriptions are completely accurate.
A couple things:
The AC has two settings - very cold and kinda cold. Particularly in the bedroom.
There were no paper towels, dishwasher detergent or dishcloths/sponges. Be forwarned. But the kitchen is really well stocked otherwise and we left those items that we bought for the next visitors.
But in general this is a really nice place in a convenient and quiet location. We'd stay again.
5.0 / 10.0
The Sun Cottage was beautiful! From the moment we stepped into the cottage, we felt right at home. The cottage was clean and inviting. It was a relaxing and restful stay!Thank you for your attention to detail and your thoughtfulness in providing every need for the renters!Loved the beach and town, we will be back!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Ilexhurst?
The average price for a rental in Ilexhurst is R 4,829 per night. This rental is R 2,452 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 🌞Cozy cottage close to everything-Private patio-3 min to the beach! 🌴. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is 🌞Cozy cottage close to everything-Private patio-3 min to the beach! 🌴 pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at 🌞Cozy cottage close to everything-Private patio-3 min to the beach! 🌴?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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