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Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino

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A rectangular swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a tiled deck and lounge chairs.
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a garage, and surrounded by palm trees and other vegetation.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a wooden dresser, a mirror, and a door with a 'Relax' sign.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a granite countertop, and a bar area with wooden chairs.
A spacious living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10264 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, West Coast Surf Shop
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Sound. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a private pool and a washing machine. .Home features free WiFi, 3.5 bathrooms and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a fenced private garden and a TV are also available. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Holmes Beach holiday home include Coquina Beach and Bean Point Beach.
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What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bradenton Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kokonut Hut - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino

Villa Portofino by Anna Maria Holidays
VRC18-000050

Experience the perfect family holiday at Villa Portofino, a charming island retreat just a short walk from the pristine beaches of Holmes Beach! Offering five bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, and a private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling pool, lush tropical landscaping, and outdoor living space, this home provides comfort and luxury for multi generational families, friends, or large groups seeking a relaxing Gulf Coast getaway.

Highlights
• 6-minute walk to Manatee Beach
• 5 Bedroom / 3.5 Bath
• 2 Kings, 1 Queen, 4 Twin beds
• Private heated pool
• Outdoor living space and grill
• Multiple balconies
• Beach chairs and toys
• Close to shops, dining, and local attractions
• Washing machine and dryer
• 4 Parking spaces

Enjoy your days lounging by the private pool, preparing meals on the gas grill, or relaxing in the outdoor living space surrounded by tropical foliage. Inside, the home features tropical decor, with a fully equipped kitchen perfect for cooking large meals or casual snacks. The second floor primary suite offers a private balcony, a luxurious ensuite with walk-in shower and tub, creating a perfect retreat after a day at the nearby beaches.

The upper floor features the main living area decorated with tropical accents, comfy seating, and HDTVs, ideal for family film nights or relaxing after your beach adventures. The fully equipped kitchen includes wood cabinets, granite worktops, and stainless steel appliances, with a lovely wood dining table that can host family dinners with ocean breezes just outside through glass doors leading to the outdoor space.

The two primary bedrooms offer premium beds, balconies, and ensuite bathrooms with double vanities, and walk-in showers, the second floor primary includes an additional standalone tub. The other bedrooms include two spacious twin rooms, each with a TV and ample storage, and a Queen bedroom, all sharing a hall bathroom with a shower and tub combination. All bedrooms are designed for restful nights and family comfort.

Room Details
• Primary Bedroom (2nd floor): King bed, ensuite with walk-in shower and tub
• Second Primary Bedroom (3rd floor): King bed, ensuite with walk-in shower
• Third Bedroom (3rd floor): Queen bed, ample storage
• Fourth Bedroom (3rd floor): Two twin beds
• Fifth Bedroom (3rd floor): Two twin beds

Enjoy the convenience of a washing machine and dryer, multiple outdoor seating areas, pool and beach toys, and beach chairs. Whether relaxing poolside, strolling to the nearby Gulf, or savouring long family dinners on the patio, this home offers everything needed for a memorable island escape.

Reserve your stay at Villa Portofino today and discover a tropical paradise with access to stunning beaches, charming local shops, and delicious dining. Book now and create lifelong memories with your loved ones!


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The waterfall feature on the pool has been disabled.

This property participates in our Professional Linen Programme. In Anna Maria Vacation's continuous effort to bring only the best quality experience to our guests, we are proud to offer a professional linen service at this property to better enhance your enjoyment while staying here. This luxury amenity provides you with high-quality linens; including bedding, bath towels, washcloths, and beach towels that are in place and ready for your use upon your arrival. These high-quality linens are washed in a commercial setting using the latest and best technology.

This property does not allow pets.

4 cars maximum are able to park at this home. We ask our guests to please plan accordingly and coordinate with your group. There is no overnight parking available for additional vehicles.

This home is managed by Anna Maria Holidays, an Anna Maria Island property management company.

We do not accept reservations from anyone under 25 years of age. We do not allow persons under 25 to occupy a property unless accompanied by someone over 25 years of age. Please see our Anna Maria Holidays Rental Policies for full details.

Please Remember: "You are holidaying in a residential area. Please be a good neighbour by keeping the noise to a respectful level during the day and night. Excessive and unreasonable noise can deprive neighbors of the peaceful enjoyment of their private property." *Exceeding the noise ordinance could result in disciplinary actions including fines and/or termination of your rental agreement without refund.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,842 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets

  • No pets 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 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
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 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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

Yep, Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino is a short 7-minute walk from Bradenton Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and body boarding. You can also find motor boats.

Does Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino have a pool?

Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino has a heated pool and a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.

Is there a private hot tub at Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

No, Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino?

No, pets are not allowed.

Home with Private Pool, 8 minute walk to Beach! - Villa Portofino Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot in AMI

Had a great spring break with 2 families. Plenty of space and the kids loved the pool. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic week on Anna Maria Island! Villa Portofino is a great place to stay with all the amenities, well supplied with dishes and cookware, beach towels, etc.—really everything we needed. The proximity to the beach (short walk) and grocery store was very convenient. The only unfortunate part was that the washing machine was not working. A repair person didn’t ever show up, but the property management was willing to replace linens and offered laundry services. That was helpful even though having a working washer would have been better. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

the water pressure in the showers and the sink were horrible.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet!

Loved the location and size of home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AMI

We enjoyed the house very much and plan to stay again in the future. It was a nice home, the rental staff was very friendly and made sure we didn’t have any problems during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Place with Room for Improvement

The house is great with nice sleeping rooms and large living room plus kitchen. The pool is great as well. Only the chairs on the large kitchen table could require a repair or replacement.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway.

Due to unforeseen circumstances we were looking for a rental option on very short notice. After booking this property, they were able to accommodate us with a same day check in which was a life saver for our family. The home is a few blocks from the beach and walking distance to the grocery store which was great! AMI made communication easy with the text option and were always very helpful and responsive. We would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
We asked for an early arrival due to our travel times. We were told no bc they were not done cleaning. Arrived and floors had never been cleaned and were so dirty we had to wear shoes inside, even our socks were turning black on the bottoms and sand was everywhere. Not enough pillows or towels were provided, Kitchen faucet was broken and sprayed everywhere, kitchen cabinetry broken, multiple floor tiles broken and unsafe to walk on, damaged walls, back door to the deck so warped it was unusable so we lost access to to the pool from the main level of the home and to top it all off the pool was filthy bc the filter was broken. When we advised property management of the problems they were quick to respond positively. However this meant we had contractors in the home working for 3 straight days and when they came to fix the pool filter they came so early in the morning they woke us up with tools and doors slamming. The pool was out of commission for the first half of the day. When you pay thousands of dollars to stay in a million dollar plus property for a week you expect things to be pristine and functional with any actual property maintenance beyond, trash pick up or pool cleaning to be completed prior to booking and arrival. We had the most UNRELAXED vacation ever. We get one vacation a year and this sadly missed all of our expectations in so many ways. We were offered an extra day as compensation or a 200 refund which was truly insulting. Do better people!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Rough shape

Location was great, but the property itself is in rough shape. Doors not closing, alarms going off, washing machine and dryer failing, dishwasher broke (and not even attached to counter and falling out), drains clogged in all showers, lights broke, ceiling fans rusted and broke, and more. For this price, I expect a little more TLC and routine maintenance (which would catch 90% of these concerns and had them fixed).
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic House with Perfect Pool

This house was perfect for our family for Spring Break....a few minutes and you are on Holmes Beach!!! The house was very large and impressive. With 5 bedrooms, everyone had their place and space (5 adults and 5 children). The beautifully landscaped pool was the hit by everyone. Pool is actually much larger than provided pictures. The water temperature was like bath water....perfect. House is positioned for noon to afternoon sun, but provides some shady areas, too. Everyday we got to walk to enjoy beach...ice cream, beach volleyball, sunsets. This house has Location, Location, Location!!! Also we had great communication with our host company....readily available. We will definitely return for this property!!! Lana W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Smallwood-Anna Maria 2025

Very spacious nice home but some things were a bit annoying compared to previous rentals. Shower head in downstairs bathroom was broken and only produced small steam of water. Back patio door from kitchen has broken gone handle on outside entry and was very hard to open. Patio was limited with lounge furniture. Lastly, owner stated there would be a beach chair per bedroom, upon arrival there were three chairs with one of them being broken. Beach amenities were sparse compared with all of our other rentals throughout the years. I would recommend a golf cart rental because the walk to the beach is a bit of a hike carrying beach gear if you want to get away from the VERY crowded Manatee public beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family trip

This house was a nice fit for our family 6 adults & 4 small children. The bedrooms were comfortable & 3 1/2 baths were great. The kitchen was good size & easy for meals. It was short walk to the beach which was very important to us! The pool is a good size & was used daily. The pool has a nice waterfall feature that we liked & it makes a nice relaxing sound.Overall we had a wonderful time & this home is a good place for a family to have fun. Things I would change. There was only 1 old lounge chair & a few metal chairs by the pool & no furniture on 3 balconies. I called many times concerning this. No lounge chairs were brought, hard metal chairs with no cushions & rocker like chairs were brought.We would have liked 3-4 long lounge chairs. The landscaping needs trimmed & cleaned up. New shower head in downstairs master. Back door needs replaced. This is a beautiful property that we enjoyed. It just needs a little upkeep.
Stayed 20 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Great location and spacious house

We loved the island, the location and the house was as pictured. Communication with the property manager was easy and quick to respond. However, the indoor and outdoor furniture was very well worn and often uncomfortable. The kitchen chairs were sunken and difficult for our elderly parents to get in and out of to eat at the dinning table. The outdoor loungers were ripped and sunken so we were sitting on the cross bars. We did communicate that to the owner and sent pictures but they didn't do anything to solve it. Also be prepared that the house comes with no bells and whistles. There are no pool accessories, we had to buy some noodles for the kids. There are no beach chairs. There are no games. The description says there are stairs to the games room but there is no games room. The kitchen was lovely, but there was always something missing. A blender with no lid, a grill with no cord. A coffee pot with no carafe. The 2 balconies came with no furniture so we were unable to enjoy them. So although the house was fine for anyone looking for a spacious place in a good neighborhood and the experience with Vrbo was great, we found we were usually uncomfortable or looking for the right supplies.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect vacation home

Absolutely perfect for our family. It was a plus to have a wagon to take chairs and toys to the beach. The pool area was wonderful and the layout of the house was great. So glad we could walk to our favorite beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House

We love Ana Maria Island. The house was in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to the main beach area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Oasis!

This was the perfect getaway. So close to the beach yet can quickly walk back to get the grandsons in the private pool! We had a great time and will definitely be back! Any issues were quickly resolved, due to a storm that took out a lot of the areas internet’s. But, management was quick to get it fixed. Gorgeous home and we enjoyed the entire patio and pool area daily & nightly! 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

This is a large house with plenty of rooms. It has a lot of steps so not good for someone who has difficulty navigating. It was not as well equipped as other rentals. We had to buy extra towels, washcloths, kitchen towels and sponges. They did have beach towels. No ping pong table like in the pictures. Pool area is gorgeous! Walking distance to Publix, Catholic Church and public beach. Nice quiet street! Busy street to cross to get to the beach. I will definitely rent again.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Villa Portofino

The house was dirty. I’ve been vacationing for years with my family and this was the worst in cleanliness. Smelled like cigarettes, walls dirty, pillow case had lipstick on it, floor had hair ties, shower has hair in it, toilet had hair in it, all the pool items and beach items were thrown in the two rooms off the pool section, pool fountain not on but did get someone out to turn on. It’s a nice home , layout good, with so much potential ! A good paint job, housekeeping and decor upgrade is needed. On another hand, the golf cart rental company was very convenient , dropped off and picked up for us! Location is great and pool size decent. Rooms of great size ! Just needs cleaned up a bit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Big nice house for big family

Better option then hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

Great house with nice location. Highly recommend for families. The swimming pool was nice gateway after hot beach time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Spot

We have stayed on this street the last 3 years in a row. This was the best house so far!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Anna Maria Vacations not the best

The house was nice, but just problems with the owner and/or booking agent. This house was listed through a broker and I will never use them again. I'm not sure if it was more the owner or the booking agent I had problems with. I asked 2 months ahead of time to have the pool heated and the pool was not heated upon arrival. I contacted them and they said they'd get a pool technician out to get the pool heated and it was a little warmer the next day, but then got cold again the entire week we were there so they obviously never turned the heater on (the warmth from the sun that one day). I contacted them several times over the week to ask how to operate the soaking tub jets and the underwater light on the pool and never got any responses back. I asked for either early check-in or late check-out and was told the owner said it's not possible because that is when maintenance is performed on issues with the house, even though the house wasn't rented for 2 weeks before, nor the week after our rental week. Don't stay here!!!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025