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Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined.

Beachside vacation home with water park

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Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined. provides amenities like a water park and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4176 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined.

Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined. Valhalla Downstairs has been a guest favorite for years—people return again and again for unbeatable Gulf-front location and walk-right-to-sand convenience. After a complete September 2025 remodel, this ground-level retreat keeps everything guests loved while adding stunning open floor plan, designer finishes, and curated coastal style.

What Past Guests Loved
"We have taken this trip 8 years in a row… location makes it." – Willard
"Walk right out on the sand… perfect for a couple." – Cathy A.
"Beds were super comfortable… can't beat the location." – Marie R.
These experiences built Valhalla's reputation. The remodel ensures future guests enjoy the same beachfront magic with all-new comfort and style.

Open Floor Plan with Gulf Views
Dramatic renovation removed walls, creating flowing sightlines from bedrooms through living room to spectacular beach-facing windows. See the Gulf from nearly every room—even from your bed. Modern LVP flooring throughout. Recessed LED lighting. 744 sq ft lives substantially larger.

Designer Kitchen
Completely redesigned with gorgeous gray shaker cabinets, eye-catching geometric floral backsplash, white quartz countertops. Stainless appliances: French-door fridge with ice/water, gas range, microwave, dishwasher (new addition guests requested). Under-cabinet lighting. Eat-in dining with wood table, French bistro chairs. Gulf views from dining area.

Stylish Living Room
Comfortable gray sofa (converts to queen sleeper), hand-selected vintage rattan accent chairs with chevron cushions—curated pieces with personality. Glass-top bamboo coffee table, white cottage media console, woven seagrass lamps. Smart TV. Blue-gray accent wall. Large windows and beach door flood space with light and views. Plantation shutters.

Sleeping & Spa Bathroom
Sleeps 6. Primary: Queen bed, vintage wood headboard with geometric fretwork, wicker nightstands, nautilus shell art, blue-gray accent, plantation shutters, TV, ceiling fan. Guest: Queen bed, reclaimed wood headboard, metal/wood nightstands, TV, ceiling fan, large closet. Living: Queen sleeper sofa. Stunning bathroom: Large-format taupe tile, frameless glass shower, LED-lit mirror, wood-tone vanity. Resort-level finishes.

Indoor Laundry (Major Upgrade!)
Full-size washer/dryer now inside unit in dedicated laundry room with window and beach gear storage. No more going outside for laundry—guests specifically requested this improvement.

Beachfront Patio Paradise
Covered patio with composite decking, exposed wood beams. Bright yellow Adirondack chairs, woven bistro dining set, charcoal grill. Step directly onto white sand—your beach setup is literally seconds away. Unobstructed Gulf views. Morning dolphin shows. Spectacular sunsets. This is the magic.

Ground-Level Convenience
No stairs. Easy grocery unloading. Simple beach access. Practical advantage adds up over a week's stay.

Prime Location
3216 Gulf Drive, Holmes Beach. Directly on beach. Walking distance: Publix, Walgreens, restaurants, shops, free island trolley. Perfect combination of beachfront position and walkable amenities.

Modern Amenities
High-speed WiFi. Smart TVs in living room and both bedrooms. Central AC/heat. Ceiling fans. Complete kitchen with cookware/utensils. Quality linens/towels. Beach gear storage. Outdoor shower. Parking for 2.

Pet-Friendly
One small pet welcome, $150 fee. Direct beach access perfect for morning dog walks.

Need More Space?
Valhalla Upstairs (3BR/2BA, sleeps 5) available separately. Book both units for up to 11 guests total sharing spectacular beachfront location.

Perfect For
Couples, small families, friends, pet owners, repeat guests, anyone valuing direct beach access. Ground-level means no stairs. Beachfront means steps to sand.

Practical Details
2BR/1BA, sleeps 6, 744 sq ft. One week minimum. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Smart TVs. Indoor laundry. Dishwasher. Covered beachfront patio. Parking for 2. Remodeled September 2025.

Managed by Island Vacation Properties—25 years trusted service.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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: 1,896 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets 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
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
2531-174499

About the neighborhood

Map
Holmes Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Anna Maria Sound - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hurricane Hanks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, AMI Paddleboard Adventures, and West Coast Surf Shop. Manatee Public Beach and Anna Maria Sound are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Beloved beachfront, beautifully reimagined. Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison S.

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

Perfect Location

Steps from the beach and a perfect place to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

judy g.

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

Lovely location

Nice and clean duplex. Right on the beach. All beach toys provided.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

amy t., Olathe

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

Special

It was just what we were wanting....on the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Paradise

My friend and i stayed in the downstairs unit and it was great! Immaculate and furnished nicely, although we didn’t cook, the kitchen was nicely stocked with all kinds of dishes and cookware. The sunsets from the private beach are breathtaking, too!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nadine R.

Valhalla May 2024

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
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie J.

Beautiful beach house and beautiful view

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 a perfect spot. Nothing big or fancy, just the perfect spot with views. Clean, nice bedrooms a s bathroom.

10/10 Excellent

Marlene W.

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

A little piece of Heaven❤️

My two week stay was awesome, wish it would have been longer. Beautiful area of Holmes beach, step out the door and the beach is right there. Clean white sand and beautiful water. We were impressed how comfortable the beds were along with the comfy pillows. Definitely coming back to such a cozey beach house . 🏝
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Juliana N.

Excellent

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: Wonderful view, everything perfect. I want to be able to go back soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S., Narrows virginia

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

Super nice location

We had an awesome time on AMI. We loved the downstairs Valhalla. This place is in a wonderful location and right near several places for all your needs. The house is right on the beach. Never had to put our shoes on the first time. Step off the porch and your in the sand! Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Cousins

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: Amazing time with Grandparents, Parents and the cousins spending hours soaking in the Gulf, collecting and painting shells, flying kites, and playing Kids Against Maturity. And we got it all in before Debby arrived!

10/10 Excellent

Sydney B., Indianapolis, USA

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

Beautiful location

This house was perfect for my family. We have 4 kids ages 9,5,4,2. This place easily fit us all with the pullout couch. They have updated some of the furniture than what is pictured! The location is perfect and within walking distance to anything you could need! Beach was stunning! We can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Carrie J., St. Louis Missouri

Beautiful beach house and beautiful view

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 unit was perfect. The location was perfect. Our 3rd year visiting and this was our favorite rental and already reserved for next year. Everyone was super nice also.

8/10 Good

Cathy B.

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

1st Anniversary

The property location is awesome.. it needs some updates, kitchen was tight, no temp. on oven, office fixed tv issue right away..but overall we had a great time..right on the beach...
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

3 weeks in Florida in January

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 love it in Valhalla Down. We don't have to worry about steps. Shopping is so close we walk to the strip mall. Great variety of shops andeating places.
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10/10 Excellent

Edward C.

stayed for only 1 week ,wish it was two

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: very good customer service,great location,very clean. definitely woul rent it again tru island vacation properties.Two minor issues came up and were immediatly resolved.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah C., Fort Gay, West Virginia

Perfect beach house!

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 fantastic stay and Valhalla! The house was clean and well maintained.We had an issue with the downstairs shower and within 8 minutes of filling out the form, to have it fixed, a maintenance person showed up!
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8/10 Good

Jill U.

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall the rental was great. The place was not the cleanest when we arrived and the broom that was there was broke. Other than that it was great
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6/10 Okay

A guest from Robbinsville, NJ

Mediocre

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is in a great location. The code to enter was different than what was text to me. There were maggots all over one of the recycle bins, the exhaust fan cover above the toilet was hanging from the ceiling, a dead roach was on the floor of the bathroom and there were 3 lizards in the house running around the entire week. Grill available but no outdoor table, had to ask upstairs guests to look for key to the laundry room. Wouldnt stay again.
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8/10 Good

Elaine E., Casselberry, FL

Right on the beach!

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: The apartment was roomier than the photos would suggest. A large deck with a table and chairs was a plus as we lived out there. The beds were comfortable. However, you can hear the footsteps of children upstairs, but not the adults! The pull-out couch was not "new" as described. The mattress was old with the dreaded "bar" that prevents a comfortable sleep. Thin mattress egg crates were provided for this inferior pullout mattress Sheets, but no blankets were provided for the pullout. My sister ended up just sleeping on the couch because the pullout mattress was just too awful. The kitchen was updated with granite counters and a new sink and faucet. The updated shower bathroom was large with plenty of hot water. The App the company wanted us to download was useless for any communication with them. They must be phoned with any issues. The week before we arrived we were given a code for the keyless doors but at least the App stated that real keys were required, so I had to contact the company to clarify. In phone conversations, the staff was always courteous and helpful. Because of the location, we would consider renting again Valhalla downstairs.
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8/10 Good

Janet T.

Sorry I had to leave

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 going well Sat till Tuesday we were notified we must vacate Wednesday . Morning due to hurricane...not much of a vacation!
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10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

January in Florida

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 time. Very convenient to a strip mall with a great variety of stores, shops, and restaurants. Beautiful sunsets almost every night. Very relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer.

8/10 Good

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Family vacay and graduation celebration

Walk out to beach - perfect. Able to connect with family. Only 1bathroom was a challenge. Hand washing dishes had not planned but not a big deal. Walking distance to anything needed including ice cream shops. Oh construction next door was never mentioned.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Dirk O.

How can you not love AMI?

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: Not sure how anyone could not be happy with this property. It's right on the beach. It's close to Publix and dunking. In my opinion, it's the best location on AMI.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Pristine Beach 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: Wake up and walk the patio door to the beach. Hear the waves but not the people.
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10/10 Excellent

Celina O.

Great Vacation....Great Location

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 been coming to Anna Maria Island for over 30 years and this was one of the best vacations. The property was great! We had quite the dolphin show each morning while drinking coffee on each porch. (upper and lower) Property management did a fantastic job! We usually have a property with a pool but we didn't miss the pool since we could step off the porch and be on the beach. All groceries and shopping are within a very short walk as well as the trolley. We will be back and I highly recommend Valhalla Downstairs and Upstairs.