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Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Vacation home near Bradenton Beach in Holmes Beach

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4850 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Island Gallery West
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Bradenton Beach and Island Gallery West. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Island Gallery West - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Slim's Place - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals

Blue Pelican by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals
306 61st St, Unit B (West Unit), Holmes Beach, FL 34217

What You'll Love About This Home:
Location! 3 Blocks to the Beach!
2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
1 King Bed / 2 Twin Beds
Private Heated Pool
Outdoor Shower
Pool Loungers & Adirondack Chairs
Outdoor Patio Dining with Umbrella Poolside
Professional Linen Service, Washer & Dryer
Complimentary WIFI
Electric Vehicle Charger available for use for $50 per week
Beach Towels, Beach Chairs & Beach Wagon
Parking for 2 Cars
Details:

Blue Pelican is our one level beach house located in the heart of Holmes Beach. Just 3 blocks to the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Mexico and Anna Maria Beaches, you've found vacation!

The master bedroom features a king sized bed and the guest room has two twin beds. Each bedroom features crisp linens from our professional linen service and a TV.

Enjoy a home cooked meal poolside under the sun umbrella shaded patio dining set which seats four.

The sparkling heated pool will be your favorite place to relax in a pool lounger or Adirondack chair while enjoying the tropical island breezes.
Your guests will stay connected with complimentary WIFI and enjoy all of the comforts of home, including a full sized washer and dryer.

Blue Pelican is centrally located in Holmes Beach and close to everything the island has to offer. The free trolley stops nearby and travels the entire length of the 7 miles of the island. Hop on and off at your leisure and explore shopping, dining and the beaches.

Bedroom 1 - King Bed
Bedroom 2 - Two Twin Beds

Please note:
Pets are not permitted in this home.
Amenities are subject to change.
Driveway parking is available for a maximum of 2 cars. Parking for additional vehicles is not available.
This home is part of a duplex, but you'll have your own private entrance, driveway, and yard. The only thing you might share with the neighboring unit is a wall—everything else is completely separate for your comfort and privacy.

Blue Egret is the other side of the duplex and may be available to rent in conjunction with your reservation. Please call us at 941-567-6253 for details.

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.
VRC16-000167

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Your booking is with Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals. We will send you check-in instructions 14 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you our rental agreement in an electronic signature document. Please review and return to us by following the instructions.

** Your signed rental agreement must be returned in order to receive your check-in details.

VRBO BOOKINGS

Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals will charge your credit card for your deposit payment. You will also see a separate charge by VRBO for their service fee.

Your final balance is due 60 days prior to your arrival date. We will send you a final payment reminder 90 days prior to arrival. We do not automatically charge your card for your final balance.

The instructions for making your final payment will be included in your final payment reminder.

Please review the cancellation policy prior to booking.

GOOGLE VACATION RENTAL BOOKINGS

Your payment is due in full at the time of booking and the final balance information above does not apply to your reservation.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.1 mi (30-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and 2.4 mi (7-min drive) from Bean Point Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals to downtown Holmes Beach?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Holmes Beach.

Blue Pelican: Sparkling Pool, Patio Dining, Close to the Beach by Anna Maria Life Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was even better in person than in the pictures. We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back and stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was very nice-everything about the place was great!
Sunset at beach
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oksana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Clean, comfortable, and the pool in the backyard was a dream. Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly m., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and chill

This is the second year we've rented through AMLR. They are a great company. House once again was very clean and comfortable. Only Abt 3 minute bike ride to beach. Neighborhood is quiet and friendly. We love this island?
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Billy T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for the most part.

The property was easy to find coming from Tampa airport. First walk through everything looked great. Property was great for a short stay. We stayed the whole week utilizing a lot of the house. Some of the electrical outlets were not attached to the walls. We had to be very careful plugging-unplugging phone chargers and appliances. The property came with ample towels and it was great that it came with beach towels since we flew in. The property also provided chairs and an umbrella for the beach with a cart. We were also pleased to see they had put things in the closet that other people had left behind like laundry soap so we didn’t have to purchase just to throw away. We left toilet paper and dish soap and bug spray and sunscreen behind. Hopefully to help the next guests out. Then it came time for bed. The property did come with a king size bed which we were excited about since my husband is 6’3. Unfortunately the bed was VERY uncomfortable quite a bummer. Every day for the most part was great till our last full day at the house and the pool company came and shut our pool down from Thursday at 730 am till Friday am. They didn’t have a chlorine floater In the pool so they had to shock it while we were there. A call to the office and they tried their best to help the situation. The girls at the office were super nice. Would definitely use the Anna Maria life company again just at a different house. Thank you for a great vacation!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Home and Location

This is our second visit to Anna Maria Island. I loved staying on the North part of the Island. It is quiet, slow, and beautiful. Even though there are families around, you could be in the backyard and have complete privacy. The home was perfect for our family. It had everything we needed, was clean, and very comfortable.The pool was wonderful! We rented a golf cart and I highly recommend. We could take the back streets to all the restaurants, beach, and shopping without dealing with cars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation!

Great spot, great for a small family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection!

The Blue Pelican was everything we hoped it would be and more! It’s compact, but has everything you could need. Comfortable beds with extra bedding, private pool, new appliances, pool and beach toys! The pool and back patio are perfection. The pool is large and has a sun deck and surprise bench seating in the deep end. We loved having a private pool and space to cool down in after a long day at the beach. The beach is walkable ( closest access point is 65th street, but we found 68th or 70th street to be best for parking a car or golf cart. ) Our family of four can’t wait to book the place again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vaca 2024

Had a great time. Would definitely stay here again. Pool was great although a little cold.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol Purdy F., Woodstock, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Getaway!

Property was all as stated and more. Very comfortable and wonderful attention to details. Owners next door, Kevin and Diane were wonderful hosts. Informed us of all sorts of things to do around the island. Exceptional stay, would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Winter Retreat

Me and my wife had a lovely time! Quiet neighborhood and perfect amount of space. Heated pool was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K S., Maberly

Liked: Cleanliness

IDEAL LOCATION

we enjoyed the house and our stay on Anna Maria. our hosts Kevin and Diane were a great help. Peter
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anna Maria Island Thanksgiving paradise

After hosting Thanksgiving for over 20 years we decided to give ourselves a break this year and head to Anna Maria Island for the week. The Blue Pelican was perfect for our family. My husband and I and our two teenage boys found the place to be just right for us. The pictures on the listing look just like it appears in person. The beds were so comfortable, the kitchen had everything we needed, the showers both inside and out had great water pressure and the laundry closet was stocked with detergent for the week. Our favorite space was the quiet and private fenced in backyard, so beautiful with all the palm trees surrounding the clean and warm pool. Just blocks from the beach and close to shops and restaurants. Renting bikes and a golf cart made the trip even more enjoyable for exploring the island. The property had beach chairs, umbrellas, skim board, a cart and toys for our use as well. We will definitely be back to Anna Maria Island and would highly recommend staying at the Blue Pelican!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erik L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, better location!

We absolutely had the best time. Great little place within a few blocks of the beach! Private pool in the back was perfect! The kids loved it! We even had a chance to meet the owner, he was very nice and helpful. We had a small plumbing issue that was handled but the communication from Dana and Kevin was great. Will definitely be back! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely beach stay

The property was as described and suited all our needs. Well appointed and location great for beach access and close to some great places to eat. The beds were really comfy. The pool could have been cleaner on arrival and side sitting area bit dirty and unappealing but overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika S., Waunakee, WI

Liked: Cleanliness

Anna Maria fun

We had a great time at this house. The walk seemed a little far to the beach but we appreciated all the beach stuff (4 chairs, two umbrellas/sun shades and toys to be ply with. The pool was nice as another option to cool off. We loved AMI.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house on an amazing island!

We absolutely loved this little house! It was perfect for our family of four. It was the cutest house and was SO well stocked!! It had beach chairs, pool floats, beach umbrellas and a cabana, and a cart to transport all of it. The beach is just under a half mile walk that was flat and easy. The water was so calm and clear! Our kids found so many sand dollars, crabs, and shells. Manatees swan right up to the beach every day! We spent our days at the beach and our evenings swimming in the pool in the beautiful backyard. It was a tropical oasis! The kids loved having their own bedroom and bathroom. The master bedroom had a king size bed and the bathroom was right next to it. The island is so chill and we could walk to several restaurants and shops. Note that most everything shuts down at 9pm, so plan accordingly. We found that we had to go to eat dinner at 5 or else it would quickly turn into a 2 hr wait. We have found our new favorite beach and vacation destination. We will definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Vact

Great location! Perfect little beach house for a family of 4!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach House!

This was our first time on Anna Maria Island and we couldn’t have picked a better rental! 2 blocks from the beach. Walked to the beach every night to watch the sunset. Walking distance to great restaurants and shopping. Very clean! Had plenty of bath and beach towels, hair dryer, beach umbrellas and chairs, everything we needed. The backyard is beautiful and very private. The owners were staying on the other side of the duplex. Great couple! Made us feel very welcome and at home. Gave us lots of great restaurant ideas where the locals go. Even put a towel to dry the seats on our golf cart after it rained one night. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emerson B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to relax!

My family of four had one of the most relaxed and refreshing stays at this property, with the HUGE amenity of the private pool. We enjoyed it so much that it was difficult for us to get out of the pool before sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Look no further!

House was as described in pictures, and very clean. Owners were previous renters, so they know what you want to have when you get there, and it's all there. Comfortable beds! Six minute walk to the beach (with a nice litte piece of artwork for directions!). House includes beach chairs, beach umbrella, and a wheeled cart to get them to the beach! Pool was nice and private, and came with nice floaty chairs. Overall, a great stay; if you're looking to go to Anna Maria Island; look no further!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach vacation

We loved our time at this property. It had a fantastic heated pool and backyard space that we used multiple times a day, a well equipped kitchen, and was a short walk to the beach. If we return to Anna Maria Island we would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Get Away

Loved this property and will rent again! Great location, only 4 blocks to beach and 4 blocks to bars/restaurants. Outdoor space with pool is the best!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephen h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home from home!

Perfect! Everything we hoped for and more. Great location, fantastic pool and every modern appliance you need. Comfortable, clean well maintained and great neighbours!
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property

We where extremely happy with our this property it is perfect for a family of 4. Very clean and well stocked. The pool and backyard exceeded our expectations. The location to the best strip of beach on the entire island is within walking distance. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022