Vacation rentals with a kayak in Holmes Beach

Phillip was an amazing host. He thought of every little detail in the house for our comfort. Any questions that I had he replied to very quickly. The location was great and so close to the beach. The pool and barbecue were awesome. We would definitely stay there again and again.

Stop what you are doing and BOOK THIS PLACE!! Clean and spacious home ✔️ Fully stocked kitchen (pots, pans, glasses, condiments, spices, etc) ✔️ Tons of amenities like hot tub, fire pit, egg chairs, hibachi grill, golfing area, etc ✔️ All the beach equipment that you need (chairs, tent, snorkel, masks) ✔️ PLUS the best Host who was always quick to respond to any questions and even installed a new thermostat while we were there because the old one was messing up the temp and we like a cool 70 degrees at home ✔️ And if that wasn’t amazing enough, the host also took us on TWO BOAT TRIPS!!! All we paid for was the gas and any drinks or snacks that we wanted to bring (plus a tip since the boat tours were the highlight of the trip). Vlad knew all the best spots for private island time, snorkeling, and dolphin watching!! In all honesty I spent a fair amount of time trying to decide if I wanted to write an accurate review or gatekeep this hidden gem… I decided not to gatekeep.

Me and my family loved the home. It had everything you can ask for and more.

Enjoyed our stay at Chris's place. Pool was very clean and house was well stocked with towels, laundry supplies, etc. Kitchen had plenty pots and pans. Pool had some floats and some pool noodles. Ample seating outside for everyone. Neighborhood was very nice and we felt safe. Light switches were kind of tricky but we figured it out. Didn't stay long enough to grill but hoping to come back again and try the outside grill.

we just spent a week at Ryan's place and it was amazing! the space was very clean and organized. this was one of the better equipped airbnb homes I have stayed in. the kitchen was well organized and had many convenient items most places do not have. there were beach chairs, sand toys, and even a wagon, which with having three kids was a blessing. the pool was amazing and maintained the temp of 88. I know some previous reviews discussed jet noise, as this is super close to SRQ but the jet noise was not an issue for us, and there were maybe 10 flights a day that we heard. Ryan was great at responding and providing instructions that were essential for our stay. we had a great time and my kids had the best time and are already asking when we can be back.

Family drove in from all over for our son’s graduation from USF and everyone was extremely pleased with the accommodations. We really enjoyed the lower level game room, the kayaks, the pool area, and the local restaurants - notably the ice cream shop across the street! The elevator was a big plus as well. Everything ran smoothly, the house was well stocked with essentials, and everything we used worked perfectly fine. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

My husband and son stayed there due to our son‘s last physics exam at Palmetto high school. And then he’s off to the Navy. The location was perfect. The host (Cayla) was gracious and had a quick response every time we had a question. Our son was very impressed with the TVs that were supplied and could not believe the backyard. Although our son is 18, he said anyone with kids would enjoy this, not just the treehouse but the activities the home provides. Very clean. Very close to Mila’s and the river house. just five minutes away from Riverwalk. Highly recommend Jessica‘s home.

It was lovely that Jason provided toiletries, cleaning products and cooking items . A very nice touch . The accommodation was perfect for a family . So much outside space . If ever there was a need to contact him he responded straight away . We plan to return in 2027 .

Great old school beach cottage. Perfect for my Son and me. The Capt. and especially the First mate made it 5 stars!

My son and I had a wonderful stay at this cute little cottage. Everything was clean and well-decorated, and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. We loved having the golf cart to run around in! The host also provided beach chairs and a kayak to use, which was very handy. The area is pleasant, situated in a quiet neighborhood with public tennis and basketball courts across the street. Anna Maria is a happy little island, with a lot of good food and entertainment, and a number of beach areas to choose from. Lynda was very responsive to any questions we had, and provided a lot of easy -to-follow instructions for the house, as well as lots of helpful tips about the area. We will definitely be back!

Lisa was a great host, and paradise by the beach is an awesome place to stay. My family of 4 (2 adults and our older teens) just loved being able to have a lot of space (compared to the hotel rooms on st Pete beach) and a full kitchen and a close walk to the beach. The kids loved riding the bikes to get an ice cream at night, and it was so easy and convenient to pack up the chairs and umbrella and walk over to the beach. The walk is actually shorter than the resorts we have stayed at on spb. It was kind of like settling into our home by the beach—very comfy and convenient with everything we needed. Lots of tvs, lots of space, easy to get around. I also liked having a fully equipped kitchen—only made dinner one night, but everything we needed was there! We’d definitely again and prefer it to the other resorts we have stayed at. It’s less expensive, more convenient, and a lot more space. Thank you so much, Lisa! We hope your space is available next time we come down!

I had the most beautiful time❤️The accommodations were perfect and Kristen is a very gracious host. The settings ideal with a resident horse and cow . There is a grill and a pool and a washer/dryer. The setting is very private and the space is well appointed. Kristen goes out of her way to ensure that a fun, relaxing and memorable time is had. I truly appreciated how pet friendly the property was also. It was beyond perfect😊🌸💕🐴

Cozy, comfortable, yet two stories with plenty space to stretch out, scenic view with a hot tub, nice balcony view for coffee in the morning. Can’t go wrong.

If you're looking for a peaceful retreat, you'll find it here. We had an amazing experience at the Lazy Gator ! Cottage is equipped with everything you could need, including alligators that swim by and bass jumping out of the water. We would definitely return. Thanks Josh!

The Alafia River House did not disappoint. Check in was easy with helpful photos & directions. The neighborhood is pretty quiet but yet close to everything too. The house is tucked in right on the river, the yard is lush & Florida tropical, it is the perfect place to sit & read, eat a meal or take a nap. Watching the chickens and surrounding nature are an added bonus. The home is old with character, but so clean & refreshing. All the things you need and more are carefully stowed in antique furniture. Martha is easy to contact, but you shouldn’t need anything. The kitchen is up to date & has all of the extra things that you probably forgot to bring. My husband and I had a sweet trip & the Alafia River House was a gem. Thank you Martha.

Location is great, less than 2 minute, very easy walk, to the beach. Quiet street and properties on either side were not disturbing. There is no grass, so if you bring your furbaby, there are walkable areas to let them do their business. The house itself was very clean and not cluttered. Kitchen is well stocked. There is a great washer/dryer combo. There is no screen for the pool, but a quick daily skimming was sufficient. The pool was clean....no algae. There's a beach cart, chairs, floats, beach towels, etc there, so no need to bring your own. The house is older and in the afternoons it gets very warm (78-80) despite keeping blinds closed and setting ac at 74. We were there in the middle of August and we live in the South so are used to the heat so it wasn't that big of a deal for us. There was a box fan that we used.