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MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool

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Beach nearby
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6109 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool

VRC19-000210

Fully renovated in late 2024, this 2BR/1BA retreat now features a brand-new kitchen with granite counter tops, updated bathroom with stunning fully tiled walk-in shower, and fresh coastal décor—all just steps from Manatee Public Beach. While the photos don’t yet show these upgrades, they’re complete and ready for your stay!

“Perfect location! The beach is steps away, the pool was amazing, and the unit was spotless.” – Donna H.

The Home
Primary Bedroom: King bed
Guest Bedroom: Two twin beds
Living Room: 55” Smart TV, sleeper sofa
Kitchen: Fully stocked for home-cooked meals
Laundry: On-site shared washer & dryer

“Loved the cozy feel, the comfortable beds, and the fully stocked kitchen—everything we needed for a relaxing stay.” – Jean E.

Outdoor Oasis
Heated Pool (shared with resort) – Spacious, surrounded by tropical landscaping
Grill & Covered Patio – Perfect for dining al fresco
Outdoor Shower – Rinse off after a beach day
Beach Gear Provided – Chairs, umbrella, and wagon included

“The backyard felt like a private oasis! We spent hours by the pool, grilling, and enjoying the hammocks.” – Nicole B.

Exclusive Guest Perks
After booking, you’ll receive access to our Digital Guidebook, where you can pre-arrange bike rentals, beach gear, baby equipment, and more—all ready and waiting upon arrival.

“The guidebook made everything so easy—we had our beach gear waiting for us!” – Laurie C.

Perfect Location
This home is just steps from:
Beachfront dining & tiki bars
Grocery stores, boutiques, and ice cream shops
Free trolley stop for easy island exploring

“Best spot on the island! We walked everywhere and loved the easy beach access.” – Jason & Julie M.

Need More Space?
Rent all four units at MI Happy Place for up to 24 guests—perfect for family reunions and group getaways.

Know Before You Go:
Newly renovated – fresh photos coming soon!
7-night minimum stay
Parking for 2 vehicles (boat & trailer parking available)
Pet-friendly ($150.00 Pet Fee)
Quiet hours observed for a peaceful stay

Book MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 today and be among the first to enjoy its brand-new upgrades!

You are vacationing in a residential area. Please be a good neighbor 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.

Property manager

Island Vacation Properties

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue 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 an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Unit size: 1,169 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
2531-174437

About the neighborhood

Map
Holmes Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • West Coast Surf Shop - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cortez Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach House Waterfront Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ginny's & Jane E's Bakery Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is steps from West Coast Surf Shop and AMI Paddleboard Adventures. Manatee Public Beach and Anna Maria Sound are also within 10 minutes.

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MI Happy Place Sand Dollar 2 | Beach Across St | Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10

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: This was a great place for our family vacation. The location was great right near the beach. Units were well stocked and very clean. We enjoyed the pool daily. We would definitely return again!!

10/10

Great accommodations and excellent location great to roam a little and nice size Cottage , great ground floor
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10

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 have stayed here multiple times and every time it has been amazing!5 stars for sure!

10/10

Had a great time at Mi Happy Place. Clean, convenient and well situated on the island. Short walk to the beach, grocery store and some local restaurants. Hosts were very responsive as well. The pool was very nice and the space worked perfectly for us. Definitely recommend for a small group looking for a beach getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This condo was exactly how they described and portrayed! It was clean upon arrival and had everything we needed as far as kitchen supplies and linens go! The pool was always clean and although laundry wasn’t in unit, it was just across the yard of the property & was very clean and worked perfectly! It was a great location on Anna Maria, right across the street from the public beach x
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10

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: MI Happy Place is a great location to experience Anna Maria Island. Very friendly and the property management company was attentive to our needs!
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10/10

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! The units were cute, clean, and had great amenities! We will definitely be coming back!
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10/10

Rating Details: 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: That is how my 16-year-old granddaughter described our week stay at your property. BVE!!! We loved the location with easy access to the beach, stores and free trolley. The accommodations were fantastic with everything I needed to fix meals every day. Loved having the washer and dryer to do the daily load of towels. The pool was fantastic, and we enjoyed it every morning and evening after coming back from the gorgeous sunsets. Our Agent Amy Trainer was phenomenal, keeping us updated on water shutdowns as well as procedure's for checking in and out. We will definitely be back next year.
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10/10

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 rented three of the four cottages for a family of 9. The cottages and location were absolutely breath taking! A few steep to your right and you were on the beach, we you can play sand volleyball, enjoy a sunset, collect seashells (mornings are the best) or enjoy a pina colada at the Tiki Bar. A few steps to your left and you will find grocery store (reasonable priced), liquor store, Walgreens, and some cute store fronts. We took advantage of the free trolly at the beach and visited both end of the Island. Bridge Street, located on the bay side had great restaurants and variety of shops. We saw multiple dolphins on the pier. The house had everything we need and more, the beds were very comfortable and enough seating for a family gathering. We ate dinner outside and BBQ’s a few times during our stay. We didn’t need to rent any chairs or umbrella for the beach. We loaded up the wagon (was provided) with the cooler, chairs, umbrella, volleyball, and football and headed to the beach to enjoy the soft white sand. We enjoyed the pool daily! It was a nice spot to hang out together, play water games, sunbath, hang out in the hammocks, or play card games while enjoying the beautiful view. We hope to come back and fill the fourth house with more families members.
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10/10

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: We had such a great time ! The property was perfect for our family of 4 and right in the center of the island . The management company was super helpful and friendly !
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10/10

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: Nicely landscaped, owners were great to work with, enjoyed the pool, and grassy yard. Kids spent hours chilling in the hammocks. Great location!
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10/10

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: This was first time to Anna Maria Island and loved it. MI Happy Place - Sand Dollar was great, it was clean, comfortable and well-equipped with all I needed. Not a luxury condo - which I wasn't looking for anyway - perfect for our "sisters trip" or for a single, couple, or small family. Appliances, kitchen, shower, etc -all good. The location was perfect, especially for first time visit, easy to find, and great access to the beach. Pool was nice, and laundry facility was a plus. I would definitely return, and recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Rented the unit at last moment due to home fumigation in Bradenton. We were glad to rent the unit, and it was a nice comfortable stay.
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10/10

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 mi happy place! Had a great week! Would love to come back! Amazing location!
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10/10

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 live coming to this part of Florida, especially Anna Maria Island and this place is perfect! The location couldn't be better. The Beach with cafe and bar are literally a walk out the back yard and across the street. The back yard itself was our own little tropical paradise with pool, grill, and plenty of seating, tables, etc available. We loved that there was a wagon with umbrella and chairs to take to the beach as well. The grocery store is very close as well. We had a great week here and will definitely be coming back.
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10/10

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 clean property! I would definitely recommend. Location is great right across from the beach. We also enjoyed the pool. Unit very clean and updated. We had an issue with the shower water being way too hot and someone came to fix it. We ran out of toilet paper so we had to go buy our own bc we never got a call back.
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10/10

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 haven’t been in a family vacation in years and never with both kids. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay and place! We were so close to the beach we walked daily and loved how close everything was to the location. Everything was clean and set up for an easy stay. We will be back and we will stay here!
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8/10

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: It was pleasant, the location was just a quick walk from the beach. The outdoor shower and beach supplies was a nice touch.
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10/10

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 had a wonderful vacation. The accommodations were exactly as described. The duplex was clean and in great condition. All beach supplies such as chairs, umbrella and a cart were provided and in great shape. The pool was also wonderful and kept up weekly by a pool maintenance company. Even the lawn crew that mowed the yard were nice and friendly. This is our second time staying here and I would highly recommend this company and this duplex. You will definitely enjoy it.
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10/10

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: The house was very clean and cozy. Excellent location, better than I had anticipated. Everyone at Island Vacation Rentals were always very professional. I would recommend this place to anyone. Overall just an awesome place to stay. Thank you.
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10/10

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: It was very good. Ken said you would upgrade living room was not very good. We are coming back next year and would like to see the kitchen table cut down to folding chair size. My wife is on oxygen. Thank you very much. sincerely, Butch Sleezer
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10/10

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: Awesome!
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10/10

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: Best location Possible on Anna Maria Island. Loved the beach. Kids loved the heated pool. Well managed property. Not a single detail has been overlooked.
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. 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: ok
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10/10

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: This is our second stay here and we love the atmosphere!!! Great location! We relax and enjoy ourselves. The accommodations are clean and comfortable!