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Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1

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On the beach
Terrace/patio
Onsite parking, car recommended
1 bedroom, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Bradenton Beach
    1 min walk
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures
    2 min walk
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    2 min walk
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    27 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Holmes Beach

With a stay at this cottage in Holmes Beach, you'll be on the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Coquina Beach and Bradenton Beach. .This beach cottage is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from IMG Academy and 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Tampa Bay.
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What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Manatee Public Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Cortez Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seafood Shack - ‬6 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.

Vintage Island Cottage on the Beach- Sunset Views - Bamboo Apts. C1

Our five unit property was featured in the January/February 2020 issue of Southern Living, and we are honored and thrilled!

Welcome to our Cottage! If you are looking for a simple, quiet, stress-free place to enjoy the beach, this is it. It's not a fancy condo-- no long hallways, distant parking, elevators, or crowds-- and there are no streets to cross to reach the beach--just a sandy walk through the dunes. The Cottage is a duplex, and this listing is for the larger side. VRBO #327896 will show you the smaller side. The two sides share a screened porch facing the beach.

The cottage was constructed in 1916 or so, as a caretaker's home for a larger house which is now gone. It has been carefully maintained and updated, but has retained the charm of a bygone era.

The interior walls are heart pine, and so are the floors, refinished by hand. Furnishings have been chosen for comfort-- a rattan recliner and matching sleeper sofa in the living room, dining table with leaf (in case you would like to have a guest or two for supper), and king size bed in the bedroom.

The cottage is shaded by ancient Australian pine trees and has a comfortable shared screened porch for a front-row view of the sunsets and stars. With the windows open at night, you can hear the surf!

Walk directly out the screen porch door, and down to the beach--no streets to cross. Or, sit out on the patio and enjoy your coffee and newspaper, or cocktails. Our guests tell us that the best part of the patio area, (besides the view) is it's size-- plenty of room for spreading out.

We are located a block away from the Cafe on the Beach, convenient for all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts, quick lunches, and relaxing dinners. The beach-front playground is a block and a half away. Take the free trolley and see the rest of the island.

The other side of this duplex, which is a little smaller, VRBO 327896 is also available. See our other units available on the same property, VRBO 82848, 1473396, and 738184.

Keywords: Cottage/Duplex
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. The cottage has a pillowtop bed and a sofa bed. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cottage features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include snorkeling nearby, surfing/body boarding nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Alice Torres Sutton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ALLOWED

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, a first aid kit, 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
Property Registration Number TAP100694

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 85 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 85 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous weekend birthday!
My wife and i had a great weekend in Alice's cottage..Pkace was clean and clearly well maintained. Oh and did i mention only a few steps to a white, soft sandy beach? Yes this was a great old Florida' experience. Not many of these gems left
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful cottage right on the beach. Clean and good communication. Lovely gift basket too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

BILLIEJO M., CAPE CORAL

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice beach
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Gem On The Beach
Very nice accommodations. Easy beach access, lots of amenities, and it's clean. Lots to do, great eateries, close grocery store. We’d love to not review and keep this place a secret, but it’s too good not to share with others. Enjoy!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill K., Piereton, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we wanted
This was a perfect location for us......see the ocean, walk to the beach, and enjoy ourselves. The gift basket was a special treat.....we will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randall T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bamboo
I was Ok
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

carole k., Needham, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage
Amazing location with easy access to beach. Friendly and welcoming host. Very clean, neat with an old Florida style. Great experience- we hope to be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber C., Gaines Genesee County

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location!
Alice is a complete gem!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th Wedding Anniversary celebration
My wife and I really enjoyed staying in Cottage 1, we loved the proximity to the beach and Alice is an attentive and caring host. We would love to stay here again on our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Bungalow
Great Old Florida vibe. Suited our needs perfectly, which was a nice quiet time on a nice quiet beach. All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M., Palmetto

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little place!
Easy to find. Great amenities! Helpful host! Enjoyed the location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and host
Alice was prompt and attentive. Can't beat the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Cottage
Weekend getaway with family! Perfect place and location! Cottage has everything you need and we received a sweet welcome basket when we arrived at our cute little cottage! Very nice surprise! The owner was very friendly and caring! I loved the beach chairs, umbrella, and boogie board we had right on our porch to take to the beach. The beach was amazing and only steps away! The shower pressure was the best ever! Plenty of towels. Comfortable and cozy cottage. Great location! We will be back! We made some sweet memories at the charming cottage!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D., Kingsport

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The cottage is just steps away from the beach, but it is also very close to public beach access which can get a little crowded at times. Towels, umbrellas and chairs are included. Very clean!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek S.

Great getaway for two.
Very convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy beach cottage
Cozy and clean. Wonderful spot with the beach footsteps away. Definitely would stay here again as it reminded us of back home in MN!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Right by the beautiful beach.
Nice cosy rustic cottage along the beach. For two adults who like each other the place is very good. The place was built many years ago, so the walls to your potential neighbor are thin. But we had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet sanctauary
This was a perfect place to get away for a few days, very cute, and couldn’t be closer to the beach and everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed in Cottage 1 and we had a great time! Very close walk to beach from the courtyard. We enjoyed the sunset each night and talking with other guests at the Bamboo Apartments. Alice, the owner, was an excellent host and we plan to be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage on the beach
We enjoyed our stay at Bamboo in Holmes Beach. Just steps from the beautiful beach and very close to restaurants and shopping. A convenient location, and a comfortable place to stay. Alice left a nice welcome basket for us which was a nice surprise!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

chuck p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would have had it no other way!
What a great peace of nostalgic past! As others have said the cottage has not been updated and it never should be! Can’t wait for next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian B., Lakeland, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Bamboo review
Cottage was as advertised. It's not updated but it doesn't need to be. It's a 1900's pine cabin. Really a unique experience. Front row view and steps from the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed and Refreshed
This was such a perfect place for our family to relax and be refreshed for the weekend! Just steps from the beach, we could come and go as we pleased! The accomodations were quaint and peaceful! We enjoyed the close proximity to the Trolley for getting out to explore AMI! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marty R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect beach house just off the beach
This house is so perfectly spaced so it is just off the beach and you don’t feel like everyone at the beach is staying with you yet it’s right there so it’s a simple walk down the path to the water. Easy access to places in town and surrounding towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vacation
Location was wonderful. Alice was great to deal with. Clean and everything we needed. We loved staying at Bamboo apartments.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022