Dog-friendly cottage w\/ island views, shared pool & private patio - beach nearby
About this cottage rental
Situated in Holmes Beach, this charming cottage for $271 per night is a great choice for your next vacation. Starfish Beach Cottage #3 Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' There is no better way to reset and recharge than walking along the warm sandy beach while listening to the tide ebb and flow. This coastal retreat is just the place to take a much-needed break from it all and let life's worries slip away for a bit. Set in a quiet neighborhood mere minutes from the sand, guests will fall in love with the bright ambiance and island decor that sets this home apart! Spend quiet mornings on the patio with a cup of warm coffee as you take a deep breath of salty air. You can even bring the dog along, as it will love evening walks on the sand too! Take a break from the beach and cool off in the shared pool to escape the heat and head back to home base to prepare a delicious meal in the full kitchen or out on the private gas grill! Plus, there is no need to worry about sandy suits, as a washer and dryer are available in the home for your convenience! This Holmes Beach hideaway is two blocks from the general waters of the Gulf of Mexico where you can simply lounge on the sand, walk along the coast, or snorkel along the local reefs! A free trolley stop is also nearby, so hop on and explore the entirety of the island with ease. If you don't feel like cooking, there are plenty of delicious local restaurants serving up unforgettable seafood and barbeque that you won't want to miss. Plus, Bradenton is a short drive inland if you want to explore the city! Things to know: All guests occupying this property who are under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Heated pools may not be available if temperatures drop below 65 degrees. We will not be accepting payments for pool heat for the months of May through October. This property has a 7-night stay requirement. However, select properties have the flexibility for shorter stays. Let us do the searching for you! Please call us and one of our knowledgeable reservation specialists will be happy to assist you in finding a property for the dates you have requested. City of Holmes BeachVRC16-000796 Code enforcement notification: 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. If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the nightly pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting "Yes" to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The nightly fee ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles. Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. Other permit number: VRC18-000796
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Map of Holmes Beach, FL
Reviews
4.7/5.0
Outstanding(36 Reviews)
5.0
Wonderful stay and location. Would definitely stay again
2.0
Vacasa management didn’t escalate this emergency until 5 days after reporting no hot water. The cottage is adorable but Vacasa management company is terrible
5.0
Beautiful property, close to beach. Private pool very nice.
5.0
Two beds, two baths and just a half block from the un-crowded area of the beach. It was very clean upon arrival. Beds were comfy.
This condo is in a small complex with just 3 other units and we usually had the pool to ourselves. A short walk away was a strip mall with Walgreens, other shops and several restaurants. There was one minor service issue and the Vacasa phone rep handled it quickly.
I would definitely return. On my wish list for a return visit would be to have the couch replaced with one that is comfortable, and beach chairs to use.
5.0
Group of four cottages surrounding a nice pool, walkways and fencing providing lots of privacy. A very nice place, clean, all the expected amenities, and the beach one minute away. Great location, uncrowded ocean access, we will be coming back.
5.0
Cozy and clean - steps to a beautiful beach - nicely decorated and furnished - would visit again
5.0
Amazing location with everything you need to feel right at home!
5.0
Great little place convenient to everything.
5.0
We loved this cottage, it was perfect for the three of us and two furry family members. The walk to the beach was literally 2 minutes and this beach doesn't have a parking lot so it wasn't crowded at all. Everything you would need is in walking or bike riding distance. Groceries, dollar store, drug store, NY bagels, ice cream, I can go on and on. The restaurants that were suggested were a short car ride away, no more than 20 minutes!
The only issue we had was that the kitchen didn't have enough silverware. A quick trip to the dollar store fixed that so you may want to be proactive when doing your shopping for the week.
5.0
Perfect location!
We loved this cottage, it was perfect for the three of us and two furry family members. The walk to the beach was literally 2 minutes and this beach doesn't have a parking lot so it wasn't crowded at all. Everything you would need is in walking or bike riding distance. Groceries, dollar store, drug store, NY bagels, ice cream, I can go on and on. The restaurants that were suggested were a short car ride away, no more than 20 minutes!
The only issue we had was that the kitchen didn't have enough silverware. A quick trip to the dollar store fixed that so you may want to be proactive when doing your shopping for the week.
The only issue we had was that the kitchen didn't have enough silverware. A quick trip to the dollar store fixed that so you may want to be proactive when doing your shopping for the week.
5.0
While we usually stay somewhere with an ocean view, this was a relaxing cottage within a couple of minutes to the sand.
Very bright and clean. Access to the pool was great. I would suggest having a crockpot in the cottage, it makes dinner so easy, especially with no restaurants close enough to walk to.
5.0
Relaxing stay
While we usually stay somewhere with an ocean view, this was a relaxing cottage within a couple of minutes to the sand.
Very bright and clean. Access to the pool was great. I would suggest having a crockpot in the cottage, it makes dinner so easy, especially with no restaurants close enough to walk to.
Very bright and clean. Access to the pool was great. I would suggest having a crockpot in the cottage, it makes dinner so easy, especially with no restaurants close enough to walk to.
8.0
What a great week spent at Starfish 3 for our Party of 5. The walk to the beach was easy (just a few short steps and you are on the sand!) and the convenience to stores was key for us . We loved the decor and ease of having the washer and dryer in the main hallway. Our one suggestion would be to utilize space better maybe with some "murphy" beds since rooms are tight and there is not a lot of walking space with luggage. The closets were locked or full so the luggage stayed exposed all week. Kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans. 2 Blankets and towels were also available which was a nice touch! The Starfish 3 beach cottage is perfect for your pit stop from beach to trolley to a restaurant close by! We would stay here again without hesitation.
4.0
Starfish 3 for the Week
What a great week spent at Starfish 3 for our Party of 5. The walk to the beach was easy (just a few short steps and you are on the sand!) and the convenience to stores was key for us . We loved the decor and ease of having the washer and dryer in the main hallway. Our one suggestion would be to utilize space better maybe with some "murphy" beds since rooms are tight and there is not a lot of walking space with luggage. The closets were locked or full so the luggage stayed exposed all week. Kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans. 2 Blankets and towels were also available which was a nice touch! The Starfish 3 beach cottage is perfect for your pit stop from beach to trolley to a restaurant close by! We would stay here again without hesitation.
5.0
Loved location
4.0
What a great week spent at Starfish 3 for our Party of 5. The walk to the beach was easy (just a few short steps and you are on the sand!) and the convenience to stores was key for us . We loved the decor and ease of having the washer and dryer in the main hallway. Our one suggestion would be to utilize space better maybe with some "murphy" beds since rooms are tight and there is not a lot of walking space with luggage. The closets were locked or full so the luggage stayed exposed all week. Kitchen is well stocked with pots and pans. 2 Blankets and towels were also available which was a nice touch! The Starfish 3 beach cottage is perfect for your pit stop from beach to trolley to a restaurant close by! We would stay here again without hesitation.
3.0
The location was great with great access to the beach and a local strip mall. Most things worked in the house worked except a couple of the ceiling fans. The information binder that was there was mostly rules and hardly any instructions on how to use things. The description said that pool could be used but the pool area was dirty and full of leaves. The pool cleaner did service the pool on day two and the yard maintenance people came by about halfway through the week and cleaned up the pool area. The biggest issue we had was getting into the pool area through the locked gate. There were no instructions given on how to get in other than “push the bypass button” which we never could find. When we called Vacasa they said we need a key to get in but we don’t have a key, only the owner has the key. When I told her that the information we got on the website and in the binder said we could use the pool she said that information is outdated. Then when I told her that the welcome email we got said to push the bypass button on some alarms she said “oh yeah, there may be an alarm around there”. But she had no idea where. She said she would reach out to a maintenance man but said she couldn’t reach him. A nice young man did call us several hours later but by then it was too late. Just seems like Vacasa doesn’t know anything about their properties. We actually got a call from the same young lady at Vacasa after we checked out to see if we “got the pool working”. Won’t use Vacasa again.
5.0
Great!
Loved location
3.0
Property was fine but Vacasa not so much.
The location was great with great access to the beach and a local strip mall. Most things worked in the house worked except a couple of the ceiling fans. The information binder that was there was mostly rules and hardly any instructions on how to use things. The description said that pool could be used but the pool area was dirty and full of leaves. The pool cleaner did service the pool on day two and the yard maintenance people came by about halfway through the week and cleaned up the pool area. The biggest issue we had was getting into the pool area through the locked gate. There were no instructions given on how to get in other than “push the bypass button” which we never could find. When we called Vacasa they said we need a key to get in but we don’t have a key, only the owner has the key. When I told her that the information we got on the website and in the binder said we could use the pool she said that information is outdated. Then when I told her that the welcome email we got said to push the bypass button on some alarms she said “oh yeah, there may be an alarm around there”. But she had no idea where. She said she would reach out to a maintenance man but said she couldn’t reach him. A nice young man did call us several hours later but by then it was too late. Just seems like Vacasa doesn’t know anything about their properties. We actually got a call from the same young lady at Vacasa after we checked out to see if we “got the pool working”. Won’t use Vacasa again.
5.0
Lovely property, well supplied, steps to beach !!!! #3 Starfish is a gem !
5.0
AMI Vacation
Lovely property, well supplied, steps to beach !!!! #3 Starfish is a gem !
5.0
Starfish 3
Close to the beach
Clean
Great pool
Clean
Great pool
5.0
Close to the beach
Clean
Great pool
4.0
This was our second stay here at the complex we love to because it’s only 4 units. We had all four with our friends. Not all are with Vacasa. If you can swing it, you won’t be disappointed. The pool area became our meeting area and we had a blast. It’s a short walk to the beach and stores. Like most vacation rentals, there is a kitchen with pots and pans. Be sure to bring your spices etc if you plan to cook. My one and only complaint is the knife situation. I’m bringing a sharpener a next time lol! I highly recommend this place!
4.0
Worth every penny!
This was our second stay here at the complex we love to because it’s only 4 units. We had all four with our friends. Not all are with Vacasa. If you can swing it, you won’t be disappointed. The pool area became our meeting area and we had a blast. It’s a short walk to the beach and stores. Like most vacation rentals, there is a kitchen with pots and pans. Be sure to bring your spices etc if you plan to cook. My one and only complaint is the knife situation. I’m bringing a sharpener a next time lol! I highly recommend this place!
5.0
Great location and quite. Beach and sun sets were awesome.
5.0
WS the perfect location to the beach the unit was very nice
5.0
Vacation
WS the perfect location to the beach the unit was very nice
5.0
Mia & Sasha’s vacation
Great location and quite. Beach and sun sets were awesome.
5.0
We loved it! We will come back. Very clean and family friendly!
5.0
Debbie
We loved it! We will come back. Very clean and family friendly!
5.0
Our vacay!
Loved the privacy of the neighborhood and the closeness of the beach.
5.0
Starfish is Stellar
Unit three is perfect and next year we will rent two units
5.0
Starfish review
We love this property and staying so close to the beach. Our cottage has everything we need, is clean and within a 40 second walk to the beach. We have stayed here before and will continue to stay here.
4.0
Starfish Beach Cottage #3
Great location and close to an awesome beach Nice condo but a bit small. Has everything you need. Nice pool. Met lots of nice people
5.0
Clean friendly neighbors
Great location
5.0
Starfish Beach Cottage #3
We loved the location! So close to the beach and many restaurants & shops are nearby!
The cottage was very clean. Everything we needed was provided.
Nice to have beach towels available.
The pool was very nice.
The cottage was very clean. Everything we needed was provided.
Nice to have beach towels available.
The pool was very nice.
5.0
Great Spot!
Very clean, well-stocked. Love the private patio with grill. Pool are was nice, but could use a few more chairs in the sun. A short walk to the beach and the trolley stop. Within a 1/2 mile of a shopping center that contains a Publix and liqior store.
5.0
Starfish #3
Nice pool and handy to the beach.
4.0
Love the place except the beds
We stayed last year in Unit #2 and loved the location and the property so this year when unit #3 came available, jumped on it. We loved the layout and decor. The unit has everything you need. I even used the grill one night. There was an issue with the laundry door but a call to Vacasa and all was fixed the next day. The only real issue we had was the extremely hard beds. It was so bad my wife had to sleep on the couch. It takes a lot for us to complain about things so the bed was a big deal. We would definitely go back if they would change the mattess.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Holmes Beach?
The average price for a rental in Holmes Beach is $462 per night. This rental is $191 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Dog-friendly cottage w\/ island views, shared pool & private patio - beach nearby. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Dog-friendly cottage w\/ island views, shared pool & private patio - beach nearby. Enjoy the water!
Is Dog-friendly cottage w\/ island views, shared pool & private patio - beach nearby pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Dog-friendly cottage w\/ island views, shared pool & private patio - beach nearby?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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