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Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun!

Vacation home near Manatee Public Beach in Holmes Beach

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A covered outdoor seating area with a view of a marina and boats.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102722 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

Seaside stay .With a stay at this Holmes Beach vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and West Coast Surf Shop are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kokonut Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun!

Property Highlights

• Just 2 blocks from the beautiful Gulf beaches
• Canal-front home with private 16-foot dock
• Private heated pool
• Watch manatees, fish, or launch a kayak from your backyard
• 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
• Two king suites
• Family-friendly with bunk room, Pack 'n Play & highchair
• Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances
• BBQ grill, screened porch & outdoor shower
• Pet-friendly (up to 2 dogs)
• Parking for 5 vehicles

Description
Welcome to Harborside, a stunning canal-front retreat in Holmes Beach where luxury meets laid-back island living. Just two blocks from the sugar-white beaches of Anna Maria Island, this spacious waterfront home offers the best of both worlds—easy beach access and your own private backyard oasis.

Designed for larger families and groups, Harborside features 5 beautifully appointed bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and comfortable accommodations for up to ten guests. The open-concept living area is perfect for gathering after a day in the sun, while the updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and everything needed to prepare family meals.

Step outside to enjoy the private heated pool, outdoor shower, BBQ grill, screened porch, and canal-front deck. Spend your mornings sipping coffee while watching manatees glide by, cast a fishing line from the private 16-foot dock, or launch a kayak for a peaceful paddle through the canals.

The first-floor primary suite features a king bed and a luxurious ensuite with a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Additional bedrooms include another king suite, a queen bedroom, a twin bedroom with trundle, and a spacious bunk room that's perfect for kids. A Pack 'n Play and highchair are also provided for your youngest travelers.

Boat Information: The private dock is ideal for fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and select small boats. If you plan to bring a boat, please contact Florida Dreams Realty before booking so we can confirm whether your boat can be accommodated.

Accommodates up to 10 guests.
Minimum Stay Required: 1 Week
Maximum Parking: 5 Vehicles
VRC #16-000741

Dogs welcome. Pet fee is $200 per pet plus applicable taxes. Maximum of 2 pets unless otherwise approved by Florida Dreams Realty.

House Rules & Important Information
• Residential Neighborhood – You are vacationing in a residential neighborhood. Please be respectful of our neighbors by keeping noise levels at a reasonable volume at all times. Excessive noise, disruptive behavior, or any activity that disturbs neighboring properties is strictly prohibited.
• No Parties or Events – Parties, receptions, gatherings, and events are not permitted unless specifically approved in writing by Florida Dreams Realty.
• Quiet Hours – 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
• Occupancy – Only registered guests listed on the reservation may occupy the property unless prior written approval has been obtained.
• Minimum Age Requirement – Reservations are accepted only from guests 25 years of age or older. Guests under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian staying at the property for the duration of the reservation.
• Parking – Maximum of 5 vehicles permitted on the property.
• Pet Policy – Dogs welcome. Pet fee is $200 per pet plus applicable taxes. Maximum of 2 pets unless otherwise approved by Florida Dreams Realty.
• No Smoking – Smoking or vaping is not permitted inside the home.
• Check-In – 4:00 PM
• Check-Out – 10:00 AM
• Rental Agreement Required – A signed Florida Dreams Realty Rental Agreement is required for all reservations.
• Professionally Managed – This property is proudly managed by Florida Dreams Realty of Anna Maria Island, providing local service and support throughout your stay.

Cancellation Policy
• More than 90 days prior to arrival: Refund of deposits paid less a $250 cancellation fee.
• Less than 90 days prior to arrival: All deposits received are forfeited.
• Less than 60 days prior to arrival: All monies paid toward the reservation are forfeited.
• All cancellations must be submitted and confirmed in writing.
• Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,722 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1757-248193

Frequently asked questions

How close is Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17.3 mi (27-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 3-minute walk from Bradenton Beach and 5-minute walk from Manatee Public Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! have a pool?

Yes, there's a private pool.

Does Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! to downtown Holmes Beach?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Holmes Beach.

Harborside – Watch Manatees off private dock, Beach walks, pet friendly fun! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully decorated with ideal accommodations in the most perfect location. We will gladly be revisiting this property! Thanks for the memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Great house

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: House was very clean and as advertised
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Buz P.

Family Vacation

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: We have stayed at Haborside a couple of times. It is well equipped, nice pool, comfortable, and spacious.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

Halloran Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: We really enjoyed our time at Anna Maria beach. And fishing, two scoops, donut experience, Ugly Grouper , and God’s beautiful sunsets.
Verified review

8/10 Good

TRISH B.

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

GREAT LOCATION

This house was in a great location! We could walk everywehre and the trolly station was right outside the door. The only downside is that the dishwasher was broken all week and we had to wash by hand with only 2 wash clothes and 2 dishtowels. And when you had 10 people staying there there was a lot of dishes to wash.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

angela l.

Beautiful Home

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: The house was perfect for our family vacation! Everything was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen stocked, access to the boat lift, beautifully decorated and located close to the beach. thank you for the wonderful stay!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cobie P.

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

Family Vacation

This house was perfect for our family of 5 adults and 4 kids. Location to the beach was perfect easy walk but would recommend getting a golf cart if you have young kids or elderly adults. For those who bring a boat it does get shallow at the doc. We have a 25' bay bottom boat and at low tide it was questionable of getting off the lift. Overall we loved the Island and the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Roberta P.

Paradise on AMI

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: Beautiful vacation rental. Lovely authentic Florida home. Lovely pool and outdoor relaxing area. Saw manatees daily. Enjoyed our stay completely. A great location. 10 out of 10!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Spectacular 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: We had plenty of room for our family of 9. The home is well equipped, comfortably furnished and in a great location. The screened in porch was perfect for morning coffee and after dinner conversation. We have already booked for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Donners at Harborside

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: We enjoyed our second stay at Harborside. The location is convenient to all areas of the island. We walked to the beach daily. We had plenty of room to gather while still being able to have some alone time if needed. We hung out at the pool and my oldest grandsons love fishing off the dock. They never caught any fish but enjoyed seeing manatee hanging in the inlet. The home was clean when we arrived. We hope to be back in 2026 or 2027.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Great house and location for our party of six.

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: The house was very clean, attractively decorated and well stocked. There were six of us but plenty of room for more. Large rooms and open spaces. Comfortable beds. The outdoor areas including pool were perfect. Plenty of beach supplies provided and the location was close to beach, trolley stop (outside our front door), grocery, Catholic Church, restaurants. No complaints here!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation 2024

We took our family for a week to AMI and stayed at Harborside. The house was perfect form my family of 6 adults, 1 9yr old,1 3yr old and 2 babies. Plenty of room and space for everyone. The house was perfect and was equipped with everything we needed. I only have a couple of negative things to share. We checked in at 4:30 and within 20 mins my 9 month old was in her walker and her little feet were black on the bottom which told me the floor had not been mopped. 2 days into our stay the dishwasher went out. Called rental company they sent a maintenance guy out. He checked it out and said it was the dishwasher so the appliance company came the next day to say it needed to be replaced. They stated they would let Florida Dream Realty know. We never heard a word back so the dishwasher DOES NOT work!! I was on vacation and the last thing I wanted to do was wash dishes pretty much the entire time I was there. FDR supposedly has someone to come check the cleanliness of the house BEFORE you check in but whoever checked it missed the floor. It was so nasty and surely needs to be clean before the next family checks in. Also the checkout instructions say to remove all bed linens but not comforters which is also nasty to think they are not washed before the next family checks in. ALL bedding needs to be washed each time it’s rented. With all being said, we did like the place but it needs some attention when it comes to cleanliness.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ashley M.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: House is in a wonderful location. Fully stocked kitchen and house is set up for a larger group. The only issue we had was we requested an early check in and was told they would email when the house manager went by to check if house was ready and clean. We checked in about a hr early but the house manager stopped back by to drop off an information notebook on the property and said the house was ready since noon instead of 3 that was disappointing. A few other issues blood on the upstairs linens, couch pillow had some dry blood on it to, and kitchen bathroom smelled of urine after my mother in law mopped it the smell went away.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

The Best of Both Worlds

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: We have vacationed at AMI for the past 10 years and this was our first rental on a harbor. We thoroughly enjoyed the sunrise and watching the manatee play in the harbor each day and then a quick walk the other direction brought us the sandy beach where we spend the afternoon and evening. The house was well stocked and open for our large group. The kids enjoyed the pool after a day at the beach and we all enjoyed resting on the dock. Thank you for opening your home and allowing us to add to our yearly beach vacation memories.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amie H.

Great place to stay! Manatees put on a show.

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: Rental was great! There was plenty of space for 3 families. Kitchen was very well equipped. Outdoor setup was awesome and screen room was perfect place for morning coffee. House was clean and although bathrooms were older they had a charming beach feel. Manatees were out off the dock the entire week. They would get really close and play. They were so fun to watch and we passed hours out there watching them. They were truly the highlight of the week. Couple more t negatives if you call them that. Upstairs shower was really slippery so we bought a bath mat for the shower because we had someone fall. Also one of the outdoor lounges had a broken wheel. Both very simple fixes. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

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