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Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior
Welcome to Happy Island Cottage, a modern beach house nestled in a quiet neighborhood with tropical greenery and large palm trees. Enjoy the private heated pool, relax on spacious decks or stroll down to the beach just steps away. With smart electronics and high-speed WiFi throughout, this 3-bedroom retreat offers comfort and convenience for up to six people.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Pool

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About this property

Entire place

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

Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool

A 2000 sq/ft, 3 bedroom modern beach house with heated* and very private pool. A perfect location just steps from the beach, marina and the main plaza with great shops, a grocery store and restaurants. No need to drive anywhere. Located in a quiet neighborhood with tropical greenery, large palm trees and flowers blooming.

Sleeps up to 6 people, 3 car garage, 60” Smart TV with Netflix, 130 Mb/s dual band high speed wireless internet, wall TV's in every room. Smart electronics are all over the house with motion activated lighting, decorative night lights and the Nest thermostat. Make your vacation even more comfortable and worry free.

A fully equipped kitchen with the modern appliances. Everything is always spotless clean. A laundry room with a large capacity LG washer and dryer for your convenience.

2 KING Beds, 2 Twin Beds and a Queen sleeper sofa to help you recover from your long beach days. A master bathroom with a large jet bath.

An outdoor area right next to the pool with a large patio table set, grill, lounge chairs and plenty of additional seating. Two spacious decks to enjoy your morning coffee.

Plenty of beach toys and a beach wagon.

The house has electronic locks on the main door and the garage. So you don't need to worry about loosing the keys.

We also have the pool alarms installed, in case you are travelling with small kids.

Anna Maria Island offers a Free Trolley to tour the island. The stop is literally 100 steps away from the house.

Come over and enjoy your Happy Island Cottage ;) !

*AC is set to range 72F - 80F from April till Novemner. No exeptions please
* Pool Heater is optional - please contact us for details prior to your arrival.
* TVs are streaming through Amazon Fire Sticks. You are free to use any of your subscription services, but please remember to log out after your vacation. If you are not familiar with Amazon Fire Sticks or smart TVs in general, please search online for instructions. We do not provide assistance with basic operations.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing 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

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Return any furniture to its original place.
Clean up grill - if used.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

AC is set to range 72F - 80F. No exeptions pls.
No parties allowed, We are family vacation house in a residential neighborhood.
No extra visitors allowed in the house, without prior agreement.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Happy Island Cottage Heated House Holmes Beach
Happy Island Cottage Heated House
Happy Island Cottage Heated Holmes Beach
Happy Island Cottage Heated
Happy Island Cottage With Heated Private Pool

About the neighborhood

Map
FL, Holmes Beach

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Sandbar Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool located?

This family-friendly Holmes Beach vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Island Gallery West and Bradenton Beach. Holmes Beach Beaches and Manatee Public Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Happy Island Cottage with Heated Private Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola A.

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

Great Relaxation

Just returned from a wonderful stay! Would recommend this house to anyone who wants a relaxing, refreshing break.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria E.

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

Amazing location!

We had a wonderful time during our stay. We loved the swimming pool and how close the house was to the beach and restaurants/coffee shops. Rooms are spacious and the owner was wonderful. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Great girls getaway

We stayed here for a few nights for a girls Anna Maria Island getaway with grandma, daughters and two granddaughters. We had a great time, the pool is wonderful, short walk to the beach, the place was clean and the owner was very helpful! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

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

March 2026

Alex met us at the house at check in, gave us an excellent recommendation for a restaurant (we went there twice), and was very responsive when we needed help with anything. We enjoyed our stay a lot!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliet V.

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

Our second year staying at this property, and we absolutely love it !!

Perfect location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Getaway

Great location. Short walk to the beach and many restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

AMI Vacation 2024

Beautiful home! Everything is very clean and well maintained. Amazing vacation for our first time at AMI
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin L.

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

Great Place! Book it!

We had a fabulous stay at this property. The perfect amount of space for our family with very comfy beds, lots of seating, and just a comfortable feel. A 4 minute walk to the beach, it can't get any better!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

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

Awesome time

We had the best vacation we’ve ever had!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine S., Rochester, MI

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

Love Anna Maria

Always enjoy our stay on Annamaria Island. Property was very nice with a private garden and pool. Alex was responsive and easy to get pucked in touch with.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

AMI House with pool

The house and pool were very well kept. The area was convenient, close to the beach and shopping. I would recommend this property. A great family location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara Q.

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

AMI Heaven

The house was perfect for our family, our host was super and really made us feel welcome and ensured we had everything we needed. The pool and pool area were spotless and relaxing and the beach was a really short walk away, best of both worlds. We’d return for sure😎
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

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

Great experience

Our family enjoyed our stay at Happy Island. The house was clean, and the layout worked well for our family. The pool area is very nice. The location made it easy to access all the island has to offer. Alex is a very kind and helpful host. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

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

Great Location!

The house was a short walk to the beach, and was close to everything you needed. Lots of restaurants and bars within walking distance. We really liked being so close to the north end of the island. The house was pretty much exactly as described, and the kids loved the playing in the pool every day after coming back from the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

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

island

Everything went great
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

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

Great family getaway

We had a great time on Anna Maria Island! The house was in a great location - a few blocks to the beach and close to restaurants and shopping. The pool area is beautiful and was the perfect size for our family of 5. The house is clean and had most everything we needed. It was so nice to have beach equipment (chairs, wagon, etc) there for us so we didn’t have to bring it. The owner came to check in with us and make sure the pool was clean. We would definitely recommend this house for a nice family getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

John N.

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

Happy Island Cottage

The home was very adequate and was found as advertised. Not having any toilet paper or paper towels was annoying, additionally I would have paid more to have access to the thermostat of the pool, set at 85 degrees and locked made the northern facing pool unusable. Owner was pleasant.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

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

Best vacation ever!

This was a wonderful place to stay. Clean and is supplied with everything you need. Alex will help out with any questions you need answered. Everything is in walking distance. Pool was the best! Every restaurant in Holmes Beach gets a five star. Rented a golf cart and toured Anna Maria and went to both piers to eat. Will be back next year. Thank you Alex for everything. The Woodwards
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam O.

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

The BFF Fifty and Fabulous Tour

Fabulous place to stay. Centrally located. A stroll to the beach. The house had more than enough room for everyone and three bathrooms. The pool is spectacular and while having cocktails the Ugly Grouper next door plays music. There is a place to sit out od the sun. I highly recommend renting a golf cart. We rented from the Toy Barn. We all said we would be back and rent the exact house if we can. I also suggest experiencing some drinks at the doctors office.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Excellent pool deck and location

Check in was a breeze. Communication with the host was excellent. Unless weather prevents it, Wednesday is always pool maintenance day and Alex always communicated before stopping over. Easy three block walk to beach access. There is no parking at this beach access which is a plus because there were less people. Ugly Grooper and shops are easy walking distance. If you bring a dog, the dog park is approximately three blocks away also. With the tiki bar Ugly Grooper so close their dumpster is right next door. Just be prepared for it to be dumped on a regular basis between 630-700am. Loud. By far our favorite part of this property was the pool deck.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Home in paradise ?

On reflection this property was very disappointing because we felt it needed some issues sorted as I wrote in the visitors book. The house needed a deep clean starting with the washing machine. Poor quality bedding and lack of sheets and no pillow protectors so some of the pillows were stained. We did report some cockroaches and the manager came and put some substance down in different areas. Some money should be invested in a good kettle , beach chairs and even some bikes would be a good idea like some properties do ! A good quality toaster and some table and chairs for the outside porch to make the most of the morning sunshine . This property sleeps 6 to 8 people but only has 2 lounges with no pads. Now for the health and safety issues. The bath needs a step because with the width of the bath it can be very difficult if you are short getting in and out of it .... I badly bruised my leg and do have photos to prove this. Silly timers in the bathroom and external stairs are dangerous. The manager provided a Christmas tree which was very kind but do feel that these issues should be looked at for the future.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lynley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Markus H.

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

Grandios!

Wir haben im August 2024 einige Zeit in Alex´ und Elenas Haus verbringen dürfen. Wir sind begeistert.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G., Cambridge MA

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

Very nice

Well maintained, good location!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie C.

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

Mother's Day

We had a wonderful time. The pool was great, the location wonderful! Definitely get a golf cart to get around, it so much easier and can enjoy the island better. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023