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Gulf-side 1BR--75 Steps to Sand, Private Patio, Family-Owned Since 1971

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On the beach
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 446 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Manatee Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

On the beach.With a stay at this Holmes Beach apartment, you'll be steps from AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop. Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Coquina Beach - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kokonut Hut - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulf-side 1BR--75 Steps to Sand, Private Patio, Family-Owned Since 1971

Step into Old Florida charm with modern comfort at Bamboo Apartments #3, just 75 steps to the sand, with no streets to cross. We survived Hurricane Helene, are newly renovated, and remain meticulously maintained. From your bedroom window, enjoy a peek at the Gulf while the patio outside invites you to grill, lounge, and soak in breezy sunsets. Featured in Southern Living, our family-owned retreat has welcomed guests since 1971. No hidden fees, ever. Walk to Skinny's for a burger, Two Scoops for ice cream, or relax on our patios after a beach day. Clean, quiet, and always ready for our guests--beach towels, chairs, umbrella and cooler provided--just bring your flip-flops and bathing suit!

Nestled on nearly an acre of pristine beachfront, our property offers 150 feet of private sugar sand beach front with five expansive, uncrowded patios nestled in a wildflower meadow—no busy streets to cross, no stairs to climb, and no crowded hallways-- a rare one of a kind property on Anna Maria Island. And, if you’ve forgotten something, it’s a quick hop back to your apartment to retrieve it. Perfect when traveling with “littles.”

• 75 Steps to the Gulf – no streets to cross
• Beach view from bedroom window—open the window, feel the breeze & hear the surf
• Complimentary beach gear – chairs, umbrella, towels, cooler & toys
• Private patio + shared patios with grills, loungers & sunset views
• Survived Hurricane Helene -- newly renovated with modern comfort and an Old Florida vibe. Meticulously cleaned & maintained.
• King bed with high-quality linens and custom mattress; queen sleeper sofa in living room
• Coastal-inspired décor with custom rattan furnishings, vintage touches, and hand-picked historic photos from the 1930s & 40s (taken right on the property).
• Fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances and all the essentials for easy, casual meals.
• Walking distance to Skinny’s Burgers, Two Scoops Ice Cream, Publix, Walgreens, Island Trolley
• On-site coin laundry
• Strong Wi-Fi
• Family owned since 1971, featured in Southern Living.
• No hidden fees – ever.

If you are traveling as a group or family and need more space...

We have four other VRBO listings on the property, including a historic duplex cottage (VRBO #77482 & #327896) and two stunning beachfront apartments (#738184 & #82848).

Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions- happy to answer!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Rules

Guest must execute full rental agreement prior to Owner's final acceptance of reservation.
No refunds.
No smoking, pets, parties, day guests.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: ALLOWED

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number TAP5100694

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Gulf-side 1BR--75 Steps to Sand, Private Patio, Family-Owned Since 1971 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Otto G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy place. Alice is very attentive to details.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ari M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment was very clean, cozy, with everything you could need. Just steps from the beautiful beach. The host ( Alice) is very friendly and willing to help with your needs. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The apartment and property were so magical. -Perfectly set up for a great beach vacation. -The apartment and property made you feel so relaxed and Alice had thought of everything you need. -The apartment was immaculate.Loved the wildflowers and different patios set up on the property.Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location.

Location was amazing! Will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location, the beach is your backyard. The property is clean and walking distance to the supermarket. The property includes all beach amenities such as beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, kids beach toys etc. Great place to relax and enjoy the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect Old Florida apartment just steps from the beach!

My 12 year old daughter and I had a wonderful experience staying with Alice. The apartment was sparkling clean and had everything we needed for a visit to the beach. The history of this place and a love for beach life can be felt! The owner goes above and beyond for her guests. The rooms were so comfortable, and nostalgic, We felt right at home and plan to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 stars isn't enough!

I wish there was a way to rate Bamboo apts higher than 5 stars. Everything about our stay was perfect. Alice and her team do an incredible job with communication and maintaining the property. The location is just great. We were so comfortable there, we didn't want to leave. You will not be disappointed with staying at Bamboo!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location!

The Bamboo Apartments are a five star location for a small family. We loved that the apartment was just steps from the beach and that Alice had a cooler, chairs, umbrellas for our use. This beach is pristine and just next door to Manatee Public Beach- so all the benefits of a snack shack, shuttle stop, lifeguard stand- but just far enough away for privacy. Apartment was clean and cool- the most important things for a Florida summer trip. Alice made sure that our family had everything we needed- personal service and help for our road weary group. I only hope to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Royce H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

This is a wonderful place and a great location. Steps from the beach We'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

Very nice property with beautiful gardens. Very private and one of the cleanest places we have ever stayed! Alice - Keep up the great work! Thanks again and we will be back! Chris and Christine
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamara Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful authentic Florida

We made wonderful memories staying at the Bamboo apt3, walking on the nearby beach every morning , enjoying local restaurants and cafes, fresh fish and above all super friendly people. Thank you Alice for making our stay comfortable and welcoming us with the basket of treats!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holmes Beach apartment

This property was absolutely perfect for us. Loved the beach being a few steps away and all the patio furniture in front and behind the building. It was peaceful and quiet. We were able to check in a little early. Owner had a sweet welcome sign to us on the door and a Welcome basket of goodies waiting on the table. Great little Tiki bar and restaraunt right next door with live music every night. I would definately come back and stay much longer next time. Anna Maria Island is the best. We also loved having a shuttle that was free running all day and into the evening. Thank you to the owners for their hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden treasure!

We were pleasantly surprised on our first trip to Anna Maria Island to have chosen the perfect place to call home for a week. Our cottage had everything necessary, was very clean and comfortable, with beautiful outside gardens. The fact that we were on the most beautiful private beach within 75 steps through the backyard was amazing....the sunsets even better. Alice is a wonderful person and host, and extremely accommodating. We plan to return to the Bamboo Apartments again, but next time for a longer stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tropical Time Capsule

Bamboo Apartments is a quaint semi secluded tropical getaway that makes you feel you opened a time capsule of the past. I felt the world around slip away as I relaxed amongst the tropical landscaping and enjoyed the cool ocean sounds and breeze. I just wish I could have stayed longer. Alice is very accommodating and helpful. The unit was exceptional clean and we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unbelievable!!

What a spectacular place to stay. Steps to the beach, steps to wonderful food and drink. Very old school Florida and wonderfully kept up. We met the owner and got some history of the Bamboo Apartments which made the stay even better. It was more than advertised. We'll definitely be back. Thanks Alice for such a wonderful place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation getaway

My family had the best time at Anna Maria Island. The location of the apartment was perfect with the beach at your back door. The apartment was spotlessly clean and there was a nice welcome basket waiting when we checked in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet/ Relaxing Stay

Everything was as described and was a very quiet, relaxing place. We had everything we needed plus some and the bonus of the Beach was steps away. Looking for place to really relax, this is it! Definitely recommend and will be returning. Thank you, Lisa
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie J., Pilot Point USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Time

We had a wonderful time. Great location right on the beach. Apartment was clean and perfect for the two of us. Would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place great location

Enjoyed the place Great location very good host Will stay again in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

Owner was very welcoming, responded to requests and was a clean attractive apartment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful stay, wonderful host

Steps from beach and very walkable to necessities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karley H.

Liked: Cleanliness

We LOVE this place ❤️

This is our second stay at Bamboo Apartments. We’ve turned it into a family tradition and I can’t say enough good things about it. Alice is a fabulous host; It’s beautiful and clean and thoughtfully appointed, and you can’t beat the outdoor space. Old Florida gem!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach 🏖

Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

sal & jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right

It was our 38 the anniversary,the weather wasn't on our side,my wife says when life gives you lemons make lemonade,and we did,we did in paradise, thank you for sharing your part of heaven.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome!!

Very personable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022