Seaside stay .Your stay at this Holmes Beach vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Palmetto Avenue Beach and Bradenton Beach. Island Players and Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Anna Maria Island Museum and Historical Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Bean Point Beach - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
The Ugly Grouper - 3 min drive
The Sandbar Restaurant - 15 min walk
The Waterfront Restaurant - 3 min drive
Ginny's & Jane E's - 12 min walk
North Shore Cafe - 17 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.
Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats
✨ Sunset and Sands by Beach Retreats Vacation Rentals ✨ 📍 200 81st Street, Holmes Beach, FL 34217 🏖 VRC17-000117
Welcome to Sunset and Sands, a stylish coastal retreat designed for fun, relaxation, and making unforgettable memories with family and friends. This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is just a 5-minute walk from the beach and boasts a private backyard oasis complete with a sparkling pool, in-ground spa, BBQ grill, and outdoor dining space. Whether you're soaking up the sun, sharing meals under the stars, or exploring Anna Maria Island, Sunset and Sands is the perfect home base for your next getaway.
🌴 Home Highlights
🚶 5-minute walk to the beach
🏊 Private pool & in-ground spa
🍔 Backyard BBQ grill + outdoor dining
🐾 Dog-friendly (with host approval)
🧺 Washer & dryer for guest use
🏡 Inside Your Retreat
Step into a light-filled open living area, where cozy sofas and a Smart TV make the living room ideal for family movie nights. The dining area overlooks the pool deck, and the fully equipped modern kitchen features stainless steel appliances, barstool seating, and all the cookware you'll need for home-style meals.
Upstairs and down, you'll find bedrooms designed for comfort and convenience. With three King bedrooms, plus a full-size bedroom and a bunk loft, there's plenty of space for everyone to unwind.
🛌 Room Details
Primary Suite, 2nd floor: King bed, ensuite bathroom w/ walk-in shower
Bedroom 2, 1st floor: King bed
Bedroom 3, 2nd floor: King bed + private balcony
Bedroom 4, 2nd floor: Full bed
Loft, 2nd floor: Twin bunk bed (great for kids!)
Bathrooms include a mix of walk-in showers and a shower/tub combo for flexible comfort.
🌊 Location & Nearby Fun
🚎 Just a 2-minute walk to the free Anna Maria Island trolley stop, making it easy to explore without driving.
🍹 Close to Pine Ave's local boutiques, cafes, and restaurants.
🏖 Easy stroll to the white sandy beaches and turquoise Gulf waters.
✅ Important Info
Dogs allowed with host approval before check-in ($250 non-refundable pet fee; no cats/other animals).
Maximum of 2 parking spaces available at the home.
Guests must be 25+ years old to book and stay unless accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Please respect our residential neighborhood with quiet hours and noise awareness.
📅 Book your stay at Sunset and Sands today and experience the best of laid-back island living on Anna Maria Island! Book with confidence: NO CANCELATION FEES Cancellation Policy (Effective for reservations made on or after August 13, 2025) $500 deposit due at time of booking; balance due 30 days prior to arrival Cancel 60+ days before arrival → Full refund (no fees). Cancel within 60 days of arrival → No refund. Cancellations must be made in writing and received by Beach Retreats on or before the 60-day deadline. Once paid, it's non-refundable. Extended stays (over 2 weeks) or bookings over $20,000 → Full payment due 90 days before arrival; once paid, it's non-refundable. Third-party travel insurance purchased through Beach Retreats is non-refundable. If the Guest needs to shorten their stay or change to a different property, it must be done outside of the 60-day cancellation period, or normal cancellation rules apply. No changes are permitted during the stay.
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)
General
Bicycles
Property does not allow children
Unit size: 1,697 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
This property does not allow children.
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
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.
Property is also known as
Spring Break Still Open March 16 23rd 2019
153967
Frequently asked questions
How close is Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats to the airport?
This vacation home is 18.6 mi (43-min drive) away from the Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from Palmetto Avenue Beach and 7-minute walk from Bradenton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats to downtown Holmes Beach?
This vacation home is 2 mi away from Holmes Beach.
Sunset & Sand, managed by Beach Retreats Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jenny J.
Nov 9, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Our group of 6 loved this house and all it had to offer! The pool and the proximity to the beach made it easy to enjoy a cool off whenever needed. The house was clean and accommodated all of us. The management answered all questions promptly. Would stay here again!
Jenny J.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Adriana G.
Aug 6, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent vacation home
We really enjoyed staying here. The layout of the house is great it’s kind of a three split so everyone had their one space. The pool is excellent in size and the best part of it is the built in spa Inside the pool, great feature. Not to mention the 3 minute walk to the beach and the convenience of having a shower and hoses to wash off before entering the hose. 5 stars!!
Adriana G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
Gayle G.
Jun 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Fun Fun !!!
Accommodations were great. We had everything we needed for a terrific vacation.
Gayle G.
10/10 Excellent
Debra S., Holland, Michigan
Jan 20, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
This house was a perfect spot for our family holiday! It is a close walk to the beach and has a beautiful pool/hot tub -- we did both every day! The house was clean, we had plenty of beach towels and the kitchen had all the cooking utensils we needed. The free trolley has a stop just down the street and my parents took it to town when they were done with the sun. Emma brought over a New Year's Eve treat which was a fun surprise. However, the VRBO listing had the wrong address! We had to call Claire who quickly helped us find the house -- which is why I lowered my rating for accuracy of listing. And there was not enough toilet paper, paper towels, or laundry detergent for a week's stay -- all minor compared to the wonderful weather and people we met during our stay. We would rent here again!
Debra S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Robin N.
Aug 12, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We really enjoyed our stay at this house. It was very well kept, clean and had everything we needed for our family vacation. The kids loved the bunk bed and their own area for watching tv. The pool was a big hit as well. The only thing I would say as a negative is the pool deck is Extremely hot during the day but didn't keep us from enjoying the pool. We would definitely stay again!
Robin N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Nathan C.
Jul 22, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Great Layout for Families
This was a great property overall. The home was very clean. The pool was in great shape. Pool cleaners came twice during the week that we stayed!
The layout was perfect for families. The bedrooms on the bottom floor are on opposite sides of the house. The top floor is perfect for people with children as it gave us a little room to sprawl without cluttering the bottom living space.
The hot tub was great at night when the kids were put to bed and the adults wanted to unwind from the day's adventures.
Overall our family really enjoyed our stay and would consider staying at this property again if we were staying in this area!
Nathan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Matt M.
Jul 18, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vacation on Anna Maria Island!!
We stayed for a week in June 2019 and had a fantastic time. The house was very clean and there was plenty of room for all 8 of us. The pool and hot tub were great as well. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for an awesome place to stay on Anna Maria Island.
Matt M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Tamara G.
May 13, 2019
Fantastic family vacation rental
Stay here. You will love it!
My family and I had a wonderful time at this house. 3 minute walk to the beach. Loved the pool and hot tub! No one had any complaints about noise from the main road. The decor was lovely and beachy and the property was my favorite out of all the rentals I've ever stayed in. We will be back.
Tamara G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
6/10 Okay
Jennifer H.
Apr 17, 2019
Perfect except noisy road
House and amenities were perfect. Clean, newer construction, great floor plan, decor, had every amenity you need. Loved the combination of the pool/hot tub/shallow area. Deck flooring color was a dark brown and the sun would burn your feet if you didn’t have shoes on. Temps were only in the 70s at that time. The only major issue was the noise of the road 10-15 feet away from pool deck. It’s the main road through the area. It was busy and loud. Constant loud vehicles, police, fire trucks and we had construction one full day right next to us. There should maybe be a disclaimer that the main road is so close. I would not have rented knowing this upfront and spring break week was not cheap! If you don’t mind constant loud noise then it will work you.
Also, going to the beach one needs to cross two busy roads. That is one other drawback.
Loved everything except location of the house next to the busy road
Jennifer H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Melissa O.
May 28, 2018
Amazing!!
Has a great time!! No complaints!! Everyone from kids to adults had fun! Highly recommended!!
Melissa O.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Adam L.
May 11, 2018
Beautiful time on the most beautiful island in Florida!
We stayed at 202, which is the unit beside this one, but identical (adjoining units built together).
This unit is just as promised! It is the perfect place to walk down the street to the beach during the day, swim in the backyard in the afternoon, and hot tub at night. The unit has beach chairs, toys, bikes, umbrellas, beach trolley, etc, etc...you can just show up, stock the fridge and relax! We were 2 families of 4 each, so total of 8. Lots of room for the kids and adults!
We had a bit of a cleaning mixup when arriving, but the cleaning crew was sent the following day, and Emma offered an appropriate partial refund for the inconvenience. It’s great to see the problem solved quickly and professionally.
Makes for a perfect getaway...
Adam L.
10/10 Excellent
Emily D.
Apr 1, 2018
Perfect for family vacations!
Our party of 7 loved this home! Layout was great and pool was wonderful! The weather was chilly during our stay so having a spa was ideal. The location to the beach couldn’t be better. We had all the supplies we needed for the pool and to take to the beach. We would definitely stay here again! We did make a couple phone calls during the booking process to clear up some questions and everything worked out.
Emily D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Chad J.
Mar 25, 2018
Great location and amenities!!
We had a great time here! Close to the beach, great pool. We had 4 children and they had a pack n play, high chair, pool/beach toys, beach chairs, umbrella and a wagon. It was perfect for a family!! We could easily walk to the beach everyday and not far from shops! We would definitely stay here again!
Chad J.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kathy
Mar 8, 2018
Amazing!
Our family had a wonderful time at this Holmes Beach property. This house had plenty of room for our family ( 6 adults and 2 kids) and the house felt like our home away from home. It's a short walk to the beach and was located in the perfect spot on Anna Maria.
Kathy
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Adrian M.
Oct 15, 2017
Awesome
Awesome house and vacation
Adrian M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
10/10 Excellent
nadine u.
Aug 16, 2017
the sunset, the beach, a beautiful house, a great swimming pool and only good times
We were a party of eight with two children and can only highly recommend this beautiful spot. Anna Maria Island is breathtaking, the sunsets were as beautiful as they can be, the house was amazing and everything was just the perfect way to spend your holidays! Thank you Emma and Claire!
nadine u.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Natalie L.
Aug 7, 2017
Beautiful clean home!
Our family just stayed at this gorgeous home and had a wonderful time! It was a perfect location with a very short walk to the ocean. The house was well equipped for all of our needs and beautifully decorated. Emma and Claire we wonderful to deal with and took care of all of our needs. We would love to stay here again.
Natalie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
10/10 Excellent
Joy S.
May 23, 2017
A great home for family vacation
The overall layout and design of the home was perfect for my recent vacation with my family (10 people). The pool was big enough as well and we were a close walk to the beach. Would recommend this home and can't wait to visit again!
Joy S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017
8/10 Good
Ella M.
May 16, 2017
Nice family vacation
Great place for a family vacation -- clean, decent-sized bedrooms, large kitchen, 3 full bathrooms, and the private pool to boot. The island itself was very pleasant and the beach was within walking distance. The booking procedure was a bit confusing and had a few snafu's, but in the end well worth it.
Ella M.
10/10 Excellent
terrie s.
Mar 27, 2017
Beautiful home!
This had absolutely everything we needed for the perfect beach vacation. The kitchen was fully stocked with cookware and dishes. Heated pool and spa. Beach chairs and toys. Clean and well equipped. We will be back!
terrie s.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
10/10 Excellent
Katie P.
Mar 19, 2017
Perfect property with a large pool
The house was very well kept and centrally laocted. It took us a few minutes to walk to the beach. The house provides all the beach amenties you need (chairs, boogie boards, towels). The pool is very large and the hot tub was amazing. It's nice to have a large hot tub for the cooler nights. The owners were great and checking in and out was easy. You are close to everything. The house has a decorative beach them and is supplied with all the amenities. Beds were comfortable and it was nice to have 3 full bathrooms. The out door shower was needed and used a lot to get all the sand off from the beach. A very nice touch. We biked every where and the house provided 3 nice bikes. This property has it all and the owners were very easy to work with.
Katie P.
10/10 Excellent
Lynne Z.
Mar 14, 2017
Comfortable and had everything!
This house fit our needs perfectly. The kitchen was well-stocked with everything we needed. The bedrooms were a good size and three had king sized beds. Bathrooms were also great. The pool was fantastic and had a shallow area perfect for little ones. The beach was a block away and the wagon provided helped us load up everything and get there easily. There were three bikes- riding about town was one of my favorite things to do. My only complaints would be no mirrors in the bedrooms which helps when everyone is getting ready and someone is in the bathroom. Also, I wish there was more outside seating beyond down by the pool. Our last complaint was having to be out by 10am. It was a very rushed morning and even an extra hour would have been helpful.
Lynne Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
10/10 Excellent
Kathie L.
Mar 7, 2017
Perfect!
This was our second vacation to AMI and we would absolutely return to this property again. We loved it so much that we even called the property manager to see if the property was for sale. **HINT
Pros:
Perfect location. Our favorite thing about AMI is exploring a new beach every day. So it was completely fine for us to be just a block away from the beach. On our last day we packed the beach wagon and walked barefoot to the nearest beach from the property. It was an easy walk to the beautiful Holmes Beach on the Gulf Coast. There is only one front bedroom that was a little noisy with morning traffic, but nothing a fan couldn't drown out.
Size. This time it was just my husband and I, but I am super excited to bring our kids and parents back next time. There is more then enough space for a family, yet it's still cozy and comfortable with just two.
Amenities. Simply love that the owners had bikes available for us, and an amble supply of beach towels. We only had to do laundry on our last day before we departed. The kitchen was fully stocked with items for cooking, plenty of extra blankets and pillows for all. **Note, stop and grab coffee and any condiments as needed, the cabinets are bare. The hot tub heats up quickly, every night we would turn it on before we went to dinner so it was perfectly temped when we returned. One night we forgot, and it still heated up quite quickly for comfort.
Private. This property is located in the heart of AMI. A quick right hand turn takes you to the North End of the island or a left gets you to Manatee Beach and the central zone. We enjoy staying in Anna Maria specifically and this location was simply perfect. On our last visit here we stayed on the North tip of the island and preferred this much more. The palms and the design of the space keep the property and the pool very private. Love the zero depth space in the pool for the littles!
Decor: Simply adorable! I found my self grabbing the decor to see where the items had been purchased. The ambiance was bright, cheerful and energetic! A perfect reflection of the island.
Cons: None. The pictures don't do this property justice. This place is an absolute dream! There was a bit of a mix up with the booking manager and our reservations. We got double booked even though I had already put down a deposit. She corrected the situation, but seemed to be entirely scattered from an operational standpoint. It did make us nervous, but everything ended up just fine.
Kathie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Feb 12, 2017
A wonderful stay!
The house had everything we were looking for, an easy walk to the beach, 3 king beds + bunk beds and the owners also thought ahead and had a highchair and pack 'n play available for our baby! The pool/spa are wonderful, we enjoyed our stay immensely! The house was clean and decorated beautifully. The only minor drawback is the proximity to the busy main road and the noise as a result. I can see us vacationing here again!
Verified traveler
10/10 Excellent
julie h., Oakland, CA
Jan 19, 2017
Great location near beach, very comfortable home.
Two families of 4 were very comfortable and taken care of by all the amenities in this well maintained, well appointed home. There is a great pool/hot tub deck but no yard which was really fine because the beach is ONE block away. Highly recommend.