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Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA

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A heated pool - Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA (Holmes Beach)
Life's a Beach offers a laid-back retreat with shared access to a heated saltwater pool, spa, and gas grill. Unwind in the spacious living area or stroll down to the beach just steps away. With shops and restaurants nearby and easy trolley access, this cozy getaway is perfect for relaxation.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA

  • Steps from beach access! Welcome to `Strawberry Sunset` at the Gulf Drive Inn - Where Sunsets are Sweeter! a spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom suite with a sofa bed, 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⭐
    The space
    📍 3014 Gulf Drive Unit A - `Strawberry Sunset ` at the Gulf Drive Inn.

    This duplex style resort property with a private entrance comes with one parking space with easy access to everything.
    ✦ Located minutes from the beach and across the street from the Grassy Point Preserve, an ecological park with a nature trail and boardwalk perfect for morning walks.
    ✦ The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need – Featuring stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, full-size fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and all the essential cookware and utensils.

    ✦ Resort-Style Amenities - Guests have access to a heated, shared pool, complete with a poolside grill and comfortable patio furniture – a great way to cool off or gather for a laid-back meal.

    ✦ Close to the free trolley stop which is only one block away running north and south on AMI, shops and restaurants

    `Strawberry Sunset ` is one of four resort suites at The Gulf Drive Inn. Please inquire to reserve more than one suite for larger parties!
    Entry codes will be provided the day of arrival once property is ready.
    Rental agreement to be signed before check in.
    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
    Please Remember: You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor by keeping the noise to a respectful level. Noise ordinance is in effect 10pm to 7am. Excessive and unreasonable noise can result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

    VRC23-000119
    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

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
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

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
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • Wildlife walks 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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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

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. Fish Hole Adventure Golf and H2O Watersportz are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

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    Bradenton Beach
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
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    West Coast Surf Shop
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sarasota_ManateePublicBeach_6296224-6
    Manatee Public Beach
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Anna Maria Sound
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures
    11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA have a pool?

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

Is Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA 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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Main St Gem! Walk to shops, dining & beach! +HEATED POOL AND SPA Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! Amanda was a great host! The home was so comfortable and clean! The hot tub/pool area was private and had such a great vibe - we grilled out 4 nights and enjoy drinks by the pool! The beach was a very short walk and we actually walked to restaurants and Publix, so a great location. Also, definitely use the trolly if you stay on the island, it is a great way to get around also. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and responded promptly. The unit was very clean and exactly what we expected. We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARY N.

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

Wish I could stay longer

Great close access to the beautiful beach. The unit was very stylish and comfortable. The pool and whirlpool were awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

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

Great house

Looks just like pictures. Close to the beach & trolley stop. Nice pool. Would be great for a family who wanted to stay together but have some privacy since it's a duplex. Easy check in. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is no ocean or beach view. There is a shared pool but you do need to walk back and open the fenced in area to access. It is not visible or direct access from this unit. There is a space for a vehicle to park. You do need to walk down the sidewalk and then walk down a road to walk to the beach. Property is close to Walgreens, Publix, dining choices, and transportation. Very clean. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025