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Escape to Anna Maria Island and unwind at Captain's Quarters, where the beach is just steps away. This cozy bungalow offers a full kitchen, living area, and shared backyard space featuring a heated saltwater pool, spa, and gas grill.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location

Steps from beach access! Welcome to `Captains Quarters` at the Gulf Drive Inn - a spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom suite with a sleeper sofa, full kitchen and living area. This duplex style bungalow has resort-like amenities with a shared backyard space including a heated saltwater pool, spa and gas grill.
Whether you`re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or simply in need of an extended beachside stay, The Gulf Drive Inn has it all! Inquire for shorter stays
⭐️Super host Property + Verified for Cleanliness + Communication⭐

`Captains Quarters` is one of four resort suites at The Gulf Drive Inn. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties!

This is a duplex style property with private entrance. The pool/spa and back yard space is shared with the one identical connecting rental.

Code will be sent day of arrival

Welcome book will be in rental with wifi and local information.

For your convenience, the home includes a beach wagon with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and all bath towels, beach towels, and linens—everything ready for a relaxing stay!

Please note a starter set of toiletries and supplies are left for your arrival. The complimentary starter set includes:
Two rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, small hand soap, one paper towel roll, two garbage bags, small dish soap and two pods for the dishwasher. With a Publix grocery store located nearby for anything else desired

Pools are heated October - April at no additional costs. Full disclosure if temperate drop below 60 heaters do not work at full capacity fighting the ambient temp. Below 60 the heaters do not come on until temperatures rise
Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am
No parties
No smoking

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Quiet hours between 10pm - 6am No parties No smoking

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

414604

About the area

Located in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
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Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Sarasota, florida, bradenton beach, Shutterstock ID 1052846027, Purchase Order: Wave 0 First Batch, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: Hotels.com / BEX, Other: Mixed Budget
    Bradenton Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Closed for Winter. Santa Cruz, California.; Shutterstock ID 539586901
    West Coast Surf Shop
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sarasota_ManateePublicBeach_6296224-6
    Manatee Public Beach
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Anna Maria Sound
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches
    6 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Ugly Grouper
    4 min drive
  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe
    15 min walk
  • Wicked Cantina
    3 min drive
  • Beach House Waterfront Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Smoqehouse
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location have a pool?

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

Is Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location located?

Located in Ilexhurst, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

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Steps to Beach Access|Heated Pool + Spa|Central Location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adriann H.

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

Had a wonderful week!

Enjoyed our stay! We like this area of the island…location was so convenient to walk everywhere we needed. We also really enjoyed the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark S.

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

Sweet spot!

Loved it here! Perfect pool, clean and in the center of everything. Property manager excellent! Thank you for a lovely week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Holmes beach

Very clean property. Great location. Pool area is very nice and private.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had a great stay! The house and pool are both beautiful. Look exactly like the pictures. Very short distance to the beach. close walk to a nice nature preserve and huge shopping center. Communication was quick and easy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Excellent place for a couple

No problem accomedating 2 people for a beach get away. 3-4 minute walk to the beach. Perfect little place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was at a convenient location and nice. Didn’t know we shared a pool with neighbors until right before arrived . The washer/ dryer wasn’t the best. Need a new one or stackables.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg b.

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

Winter break

Great quiet property,clean and great pool
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connor N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was awesome! It worked great for my wife and I on our honeymoon! Size was perfect for 2 people. I wouldn’t suggest anymore than that. The biggest issue we had was parking. There was plenty of space but being on the main road, it was very difficult to pull out every time. And with being close to the road comes noise as well. The walk to the beach was easy with the provided beach chairs and cart. Overall we had a great time and would suggest this place to any couple looking to enjoy themselves in the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka P.

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

Amazing vacation spot !

Very cute and cozy vacation house, freshly remodeled and super clean. Amazing location, steps from the beach, shopping strip and restaurants. Free shuttle throughout the island. Not even mentioning the breathtaking backyard with heated saltwater pool and spa, where we enjoyed our evenings. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

What a wonderful place to stay!

Very well presenting property which looked beautiful both inside and outside. Gorgeous heated pool/spa in the back along with gorgeous landscaping that created a wonderful area to spend a few hours each day. The interior was great with all new Stainless steel appliances, new tile floors, attractive furniture, modern fixtures, just a beautiful place to spend our vacation. Everything was fresh, new, bright and clean. We have been vacationing in Florida for almost 20 years, this was our favorite!!!A communication, very/very clean, walking distance to beaches and shops, very happy!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret M.

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

Week in AMI

Clean, well appointed, and roomy for two people. Would have appreciated a dresser in bedroom to store underwear, swimsuits, etc. Also more hooks for hanging towels in bath would have been helpful. Pool and spa nice, but did have issues with heat in both. Tile area around pool needed a good cleaning, rust spots and various dark areas from foliage. Did not like the location but never having been to island was not familiar with where to stay. Way, way too much traffic. Could not even consider renting bikes because of the traffic. Weather just Ok. Been to Sarasota and Siesta Key many times and weather at this time of year seemed to be always warmer and sunny! WaterFront restaurant great!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025