Absolutely Perfect Beach House is a four-bedroom haven with private beach and heated pool, nestled in a secluded dead-end street. Relax by the pool with built-in table, benches and outdoor kitchen or unwind on the rooftop observation deck offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Mexico. The spacious gourmet kitchen features upscale appliances and marble countertops overlooking a large living area.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8251 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home
VRC16-000512
4BR · 3.5BA · Sleeps 8 · Private Beach · Heated Pool · Outdoor Kitchen · Rooftop Deck · Media Room · Gulf Front · Dead-End Street
A heated pool with a shallow end for the kids and a built-in table for the adults. An outdoor kitchen with a full-size grill, refrigerator, sink, and flat-screen TV. A rooftop observation deck with unobstructed views from the Gulf of Mexico to the Intracoastal Waterway. And not a neighbor in sight from the water — because Absolutely Perfect sits at the end of a quiet dead-end street in Holmes Beach, where the only thing between you and the Gulf is your own stretch of sand. This is what a Gulf-front home on Anna Maria Island is supposed to feel like.
The main living level opens onto the beach through floor-to-ceiling glass, with a gourmet kitchen featuring marble countertops and upscale appliances at the center. Clear glass railings on both the living room deck and the upper-level deck mean your Gulf view is never interrupted — whether you're cooking, eating, or simply watching the light change over the water. Sunsets are visible from virtually every room.
Four bedrooms sleep eight comfortably. The first-level master has a queen bed and its own bath. Upstairs, the master suite has a king bed, and two additional bedrooms each have queen beds. Every bedroom has a flat-screen TV. The master bath features a soaking tub, double vessel sinks, and a walk-in shower with a rain head and four body sprays. Travertine marble floors, crown molding, tray ceilings, and exceptional wood trim and doors run throughout — the kind of finishes that photograph well and feel even better in person.
When the beach day ends, the fun doesn't have to. The ground-level media room has a pool table and a panel of sliding doors that open directly onto the private beach — so game night happens with the sound of the Gulf in the background. A single-car garage, full-size laundry room, and generous walk-in closets throughout mean the practical side of a week-long stay is handled.
The elevator connects you to the main level quickly, and it's worth knowing in advance if you're traveling with very young children or guests with mobility needs.
Absolutely Perfect sleeps 8, requires a one-week minimum stay, and allows parking for up to four cars. Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 7 AM.
*Final payments are due 60 days prior to arrival payable by personal check or Echeck (which will incur a $1.00 processing fee) we do take credit cards for final payment with a 3% fee on the balance due.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Unlimited free smartphone calls
Location highlights
On the waterfront
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming 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)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
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 and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Ilexhurst, a neighbourhood in Holmes Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
Does Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home located?
Nestled on the beach, this Ilexhurst 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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Absolutely Perfect · Gulf Front · Private Beach Home Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great!
This home is so perfectly located it is hard to describe. The beach is literally steps from the house. The patio allowed for all our outdoor dining with the sound of the ocean as we ate. The pool was a nice addition.
KATREEN A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lisa M.
15 Dec 2024
An Absolutely Perfect Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family had an Absolutely Perfect Vacation. Everything was wonderful. We will be back next year
We’ve stayed in VRBO homes on Anna Maria Island 3 different times now, and this home was the best yet! From the home itself that had everything we could ever need, to the pool, to the location so close to the ocean, to the closeness of some excellent restaurants and shops, it truly was absolutely perfect. Thank you Bill and Sara for sharing your amazing home with our family of 6. We will definitely be back!
Besides being at a great house, it was a couple block walk to Walgreens, a strip mall with several REALLY GOOD restaurants, and shoppingWe BBQ’d at the house a couple times and it was nice having eating table right there to eat, and swimThe only bad thing is VRBO’s ridiculous late check in (4pm) and early checkout (10am). The cleaners were waiting out front at 9:40am for us to leave
Julie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adam P.
24 Sept 2024
Couldn't ask for more
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We took our 4 kids and 1 set of grandparents to AMI for a week and this was the perfect house. Well appointed and centrally located. We look forward to returning.
Adam P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra N.
26 Mar 2025
Bliss
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Already booked for two weeks next year says it all. Lovely home, great location with beach in front and pool in back. Well decorated and appointed with plenty of room to spread out. Excellent rental overall. Island Vacation Properties is on top of things, fbulous group to work with.
Sandra N.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
9 Mar 2025
Perfection
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second year at the house and again it exceeded all expectations. House is equipped with everything you need and the location makes you feel like you are in a dream. We had such an amazing week we already booked for next year
Jennifer M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
12 Mar 2024
Magnificent
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect House -- Perfect Vacation Thank you for sharing your home with us. It was perfect on every level and made us feel like home. I cannot say enough how magical our week was
Jennifer M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amanda R.
14 Apr 2025
The Perfect Week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We just got home from the best spring break ever. The house was beautiful, and THE PERFECT location. It's on a dead end street - beachfront - but close to everything. It is pretty much in the middle of where you want to be to Anna Maria and Bradenton Beach. There are plenty of restaurants nearby and a few stores in walking distance. We loved this place.
Amanda R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jordan V.
26 Sept 2023
Absolute Dream!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was a fantastic place - had everything we needed and more. The beach was to die for and a super easy walk to the house. We had no problem getting in and out, and the heated pool was a nice feature for our kids. Very comfortable and much needed for my family.
Jordan V.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Meagan L.
4 Jan 2024
Book it now!! Perfect location and beautiful property!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had such a great time at this property! Great location and easy access to beach. The management team was very responsive and helpful. We hope to be back soon!Per usual, I would recommend either bringing or planning a run to the store for extra laundry detergent, trash bags and dishwasher tablets.
Meagan L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica B.
25 Nov 2024
Yes Absolutely Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were so happy that the Island was back open and that our house was ready for our only Vacay this year ! The rental company was always so friendly and helpful and we plan on renting this house in Fall of 2025 ! This is our 3rd year in a row on the Island ! Our new Vacay spot ! We love the quaint Island Vibe !!!!!
Jessica B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
regina b.
1 Dec 2024
Thanksgiving Delight
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect in every way. The house was amazing with pool and grill area, pool table and tv room, and beautiful deck and sunset views. The location is beachfront on a dead end with little traffic. I can think of nothing we would have added to this rental.Thank you Island Vacation!
regina b.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Corey C.
26 Aug 2024
Vacation 2024
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The home was beautiful. My only recommendation is that a hand rail be installed for getting in and out of the swimming pool. I have trouble with balance and walking and was unable to get in and out of the pool on my own.
Corey C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda C.
9 Sept 2023
Absolutely Perfect - Holmes Beach
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Island Vacation Properties’ staff is friendly and professional. Communication was excellent from the time we booked and throughout our stay in the gulf front home, Absolutely Perfect. They were quick to respond to any questions. We were well informed before, during, and after the evacuation for Hurricane Idalia. Highly recommend!
Rhonda C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laurie S.
15 Aug 2023
Wonderful family vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our 3rd family vacation at this perfect location. The house is set up well for all of us to be together but still have space. The pool was well used as well as the grill. You are walking distance to Walgreens and a great little shopping mall with ice cream, bagels and beach shopping as well as a dollar store. Another wonderful vacation ... the only issue is the rates have gone up some much, we can not afford to return. :(.
Laurie S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin S.
16 Sept 2024
It was Absolutely Perfect!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Well? It was absolutely perfect! Lol, it really was. There were just the two of us in this big, beautiful home and that was amazing! The location is perfection. Beautiful views from every room (we used), the kitchen was stocked nicely, the furnishings were in very good condition. Very nice to have a private pool to dunk in after a day at the beach. Very nice proximity to the grocery store and restraunts. We enjoyed Hurricane Hanks. I would definitely recommend this to a friend and we will be back for another visit!
Kevin S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen C.
3 Jun 2024
Perfect house
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Absolutely perfect was just perfect for our family vacation with our 2 daughters, their husbands and our 2 grandkids. The house is in a fabulous spot. We had breakfast on the deck overlooking the beach and also enjoyed every sunset there as well. We went to the beach in the morning and enjoyed the pool in the afternoons. The house is quite large with many places to hang out together or enjoy a quiet moment by yourself. I highly recommend the house! Lots of pool and beach toys and also plenty of kitchen items as we had small children and ate in more than we have in past years when we didn’t have the grandkids.
My wife walking disabilities were minimized due to the close location of the property to the beach. The family (children and grandchildren) loved the house amenities. For example, the balconies overlooking the beach also provided a spectacular sunset view. The elevator greatly assisted with the luggage and minimizing the physical effort for my wife to travel between floors. The swimming pool was perfect for both the children and grandchildren. My wife enjoyed the pool benefits due to the easy access to the pool. The kitchen appliances performed perfectly.
The BBQ grill and nearby cooler was embraced by the adults. I personally, was up at 5am each morning to enjoy the moonlight view of the beach and harmony of the surf below the starlight. An absolutely perfect vacation property and property location.
john t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
regina b.
2 Dec 2024
Thanksgiving Delight
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect in every way. The house was amazing with pool and grill area, pool table and tv room, and beautiful deck and sunset views. The location is beachfront on a dead end with little traffic. I can think of nothing we would have added to this rental.Thank you Island Vacation!
regina b.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica B.
24 Nov 2024
Yes Absolutely Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We were so happy that the Island was back open and that our house was ready for our only Vacay this year ! The rental company was always so friendly and helpful and we plan on renting this house in Fall of 2025 ! This is our 3rd year in a row on the Island ! Our new Vacay spot ! We love the quaint Island Vibe !!!!!
Jessica B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rob Z.
23 Dec 2023
It Was Perfect
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My family and I stayed at Absolutely Perfect for a week. In total there was six of us. The home is as advertised - clean, right on the beach and well appointed. The management team is very prepared and responsive. I will point out a few items that can be improved on - there are not many. This property is beginning to show signs of wear and tear in some places. For example the bathroom toilet or shower on the main floor leaked that we had to soak up daily. The pool heater kept turning off - it was chilly (60-70 degrees) while we were there and the pool is quite shaded and too cold to enjoy. Lastly the home needs screens for the windows. Seemed odd not to have and bugs/mosquitos were an issue. All other aspects of our stay was perfect. The home is a gem.