In Holmes Beach, discover the tropical paradise of Made in The Shade. Each unit features a private patio area with a gas grill and tastefully furnished spaces with king-size beds. Enjoy direct access to the beautiful Gulf of Mexico beaches, just steps away from your door.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4126 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK
VRC22-000022
1BR · 1BA · Sleeps 4 · Beach Across the Street · 1-Min Walk to Gulf · Pet-Friendly (With Approval) · Private Patio · Gas Grill · Beach Chairs & Umbrella · Shared Laundry · 2 Blocks to Publix & Trolley · 1 Parking Space
Beach access is directly across the street — cross the road and a shaded path leads to the white sand in under a minute. Made in the Shade B is a Holmes Beach vacation rental where the location does most of the work. Guests come back year after year — one stayed for 21 days and described the unit as bright, clean, and well-stocked throughout.
The private patio has a gas grill for evening cookouts and outdoor seating for the mornings before the beach day begins. Beach chairs and an umbrella are provided — grab everything and walk across the street. Shared on-site laundry handles the week's beach clothes.
The bedroom has a king bed. A pullout sleeper sofa in the living room handles two more guests, sleeping four total. One full bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped for meals at home — updated appliances and well-stocked for extended stays. High-speed WiFi and cable TV included.
Publix, Walgreens, and the free Anna Maria Island trolley are two blocks away — one of the most walkable positions in Holmes Beach for everyday errands and island exploring without moving the car.
Pets are welcome with approval — contact IVP before booking with a pet. One parking space included.
Made in the Shade B requires a one-week minimum stay.
*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
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking
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
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Gas grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near the marina
Things to do
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Theme park nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether 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 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 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 IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy or LECOM Park. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
Is Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK located?
Located in Ilexhurst, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Aluna Wellness Center & Spa and AMI Paddleboard Adventures are also within 15 minutes.
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Made in Shade B · Beach Across St · Pets OK 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.
Awesome location and really nice place and had everything we could’ve needed.
wesley b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kristen B.
26 May 2025
Best Vacation in Years!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Everything was clean and acceptable. Staff texted and checked on us several times. Close to everything. Definitely will stay here again.
Our half of the duplex was very comfortable for the two of us. It was clean and furnished nicely. It had good beach access although we didn't know soon enough about the 29th street beach access. The location was quiet. We very much enjoyed our stay there.
Marvin L.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy B.
25 Mar 2024
Beachhouse
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:
Loved our stay. It’s perfect for the two of us.
Nicely appointed unit with hotel quality bedding, more than sufficient kitchen supplies, adequate water pressure, and clean. Quick access to the beach via the 29th St access lines with gorgeous tropical foliage. One block to the free trolley stop which runs from Bean Point to Coquina Beach and plenty of shopping and restaurants in between.
Deirdre G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
22 July 2024
Memorable 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 loved our time at Made in the Shade. It was a very clean, adorable little cottage. The location is perfect if you're looking for peace and quiet. The beach wasn't crowded and it was central to everything!
Jessica S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tabatha C.
15 July 2024
Great location and updated rental
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:
We were moved to this property 2 days into our stay due to hvac issues at our first rental. This is a cute, updated rental perfect for a couple. Its proximity to beach access is great and is only one block off the beach.
Perfect location, steps from the beach and walking distance to Walgreens, Publix etc. Unit is small but was great for myself, husband, and toddler. Had all the essentials. Rental company was responsive, but we really didn’t need anything or have any issues during our stay. It would be nice if the backyard was landscaped. We would stay again.
Ashley P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda P.
15 Feb 2024
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:
Made in the Shade B was everything as described. It was so clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed for a relaxing week on vacation. It's just a few steps to the beach, which is quiet and beautiful. We loved it so much, we booked it again before we left.
Rhonda P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 Feb 2024
Great Location close to 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:
Lovely place on a quiet street. Perfect size for my husband, myself & our Golden Retriever to stay. Clean with updated appliances & amenities Great fenced in yard.Beach access right across the street. Beautiful sunsets.We lost power one night. I called the manager and they called right back and helped us find the breaker box and power came back on within minutes.
great location, clean and updated property, all the kitchen utensils were available.
Concerns: bedroom fan is too loud. Needs replaced or repaired. Yellow chair in sitting area is not useful nor comfortable. Could not use. Should be replaced.
Jeffrey Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dale F.
11 Mar 2024
Made in the Shade Stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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 location on a quiet street with a short path to the beach. Unit B was bright, clean and well stocked. The living room chair was not comfortable and the bed was very squeaky. Communication was great before checking in and during our 21 day stay. Amy T was wonderful to work with. She was kind, patient and understanding when searching for this place and after when we had questions or concerns before our arrival. We are very disappointed the unit is already booked for next year when we requested first rights to refusal and a hold for the next year when we booked last year. We hope to be back in the future.
Everything about it was great. Very clean and updated. Only a minute to beach. Could have used a dresser in the bedroom. Would definitely stay again.
Elizabeth H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
18 May 2022
Good location
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:
Enjoyed our stay at Made in the Shade. Staff was very responsive! Location was great...quiet, easy access to beach. Space is on the small side, but quite ample for a couple. Would definitely return.
The kitchen outlets weren't working, so I had to open a service request, which took 48 hours to resolve. The hosts were unreachable before the stay and during. The property is just meh. The backyard is abandoned, with chairs stacked in a corner and upside down, and other seats are missing cushions; that's another item I sent a message about and am still waiting on a response (LOL). Internet kept dropping connection on all devices making it a challenge to work. Router unreachable. Only one parking space is allowed. We won't ever be staying here again. This property is poorly managed and left much to be desired. Many other better options around.
Rich F.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Angie B.
4 Apr 2023
Loved It!
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 location! I have stayed at other rentals on the island and this is one of my favorites! I will definitely be back to this rental!
Angie B.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
JOHN J.
15 Feb 2023
Not good
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
There were plumbing issues: clogged bathroom sink that took two hours for the plumber to repair; clogged kitchen sink our last night. The first took six days to get a plumber. The shower turned cold each time my wife took a shower. Furniture uncomfortable. Inadequate lighting.
JOHN J.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie B.
27 Dec 2022
Just what we needed!
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:
Made in the Shade was exactly as described with a great surprise. The path to the beach is right across the street, not a busy street by the way, and is shady, with beautiful shrubbery. The rental unit was clean and had plenty of room for me and my husband..There is no grass but the gravel was small and clean. Palm trees line the fence edge for a tropical vibe. Side porch has a bistro table and we sat here daily. It is fairly close to the fence dividing the next door property but was a relaxing spot with shade. Screened in front porch was also great. Loved the rental and hope to return soon.
Stephanie B.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Samantha R.
16 June 2022
Beachside bungalow
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:
Made in the shade was an amazing place to stay! We rented one half for the whole week and the other half for our adult kids to share over the Memorial Day weekend. It was immaculate when we arrived! WaaeawawasaAwawwasaWWssQsZQZzzAsszzzzQZQzQzQqQqqqqezq was zzQZSzZQ..zzzzzzZSzzZSQSAQQ
Samantha R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline C.
18 May 2022
Great Place!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Clean and had all the essentials for a great stay.