Situated in Ilexhurst, this charming cottage for $278 per night is a great option for your next break. **ASK ABOUT LAST-MINUTE DEALS! This Anna Maria Island cottage offers relaxation in this charming two-bedroom, one-and-a-half baths, classic-style cottage located on a peaceful street just one house off Gulf Drive. You don't even have to cross a road to walk to the beach. What could be nicer? This property was once a concert venue called "The Sandbox" and comes complete with a unique backyard, pool, and your own private tiki, as well as a sunset viewing deck! Just steps to the beach. The Primary bedroom has a king bed, its own TV, and a private half bath attached. The second bedroom features two twin beds and mounted TV. The full bath offers an updated walk-in tiled shower, with a washer and dryer in a separate space. Enjoy your time in the beachy decorated living room with comfortable seating and a large, flat-screen with Cable as well as WiFi. The kitchen includes a refrigerator (with ice maker, of course), dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, new stove, and granite countertops. Step into the backyard for a tropical oasis that includes a saltwater pool, tiki bar, and a small stage which is now the hammock landing pad! The fridge in the tiki bar keeps your beverages cold as you cool off in the pool or sit on the bar stools and listen to music through outdoor Bose speakers. Catch glimpses of the Gulf and hear the waves at night. You're just a short walk to the beach! There is a cart to carry your stuff to the beach because, after all, you're on vacation. The Sandbox is within walking distance of a shopping center that includes a Walgreens drug store, Island Creperie, a beach shop, a dollar store, a breakfast restaurant, a German restaurant, a Subway, cupcakes and charcuterie, a hardware store, an ice cream shop, a Dunkin Doughnuts, and a Chinese carryout! Want more variety? Take the free trolley that runs up and down the Island every 20 minutes. Come enjoy a relaxed and wonderful vacation at "The Sandbox." *PET OWNERS: This property is dog friendly for one dog with a maximum weight of 35 pounds and a non-refundable pet fee of $150 for the first week. There is a $50 fee per week for any additional weeks booked. Also, certain breeds are excluded. It is necessary that you check with our office prior to your trip for details on weight and breed limitations. A NOTE ABOUT POOL HEAT: If you book online, your reservation will automatically populate with a pool heat charge for one week. If your reservation is for a longer period, someone on our staff will adjust the pool heat rate to reflect the longer stay. We recommend pool heat at this property, regardless of the time of year, as pools near shady trees stay cooler, even in the summer. Our Cancellation Policy: In order to protect our owners from loss of income, ALL MONIES PAID TOWARDS YOUR RESERVATION MAY BE NON-REFUNDABLE AFTER A CERTAIN DATE! FULL AND PARTIAL REFUNDS MAY BE GIVEN UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. Ask our office for details, or check your rental agreement. SPECIAL NOTICE TO VISITORS OF HOLMES BEACH: 1. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances: "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." 2. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances, this unit cannot exceed 6 occupants. This amount includes adults and children of all ages. 3. Per City of Holmes Beach ordinances, we are required to tell you the minimum stay requirement for this property is one week. VRC#18-000044 Amenities Include: - Floor No. Ground - Square Footage, Est. 970 Sq. Ft. - Beach Access - Beach Distance One House Away - Bed Size 1st Master King - Bed Size 2nd Rm 2 Twins - Bed Size 3rd Rm Daybed/Double /Porch - Internet Access - TVs - DVD - Washer/Dryer - Iron/Ironing Board - Blow Dryer - Walk-in Shower - Patio - Air Conditioning - Heating - Pool, Heated - Pool Heat Extra - Parking - # of Parking Spaces - # Vehicles Allowed - Pets - Mandatory Pet Fee $150/Week *See Note in Desc. - BBQ Grill - Security Fee $60 Non-Refundable - Dep Clean and Linens $315.95 Incl Linens - Bike Rentals - Golf - Tennis - View Pool/Tiki Hut - Microwave - Dishwasher