This holiday home places you steps from Bradenton Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Anna Maria Sound. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a balcony. .Home features a sofa bed, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Plus you'll find a garden and charcoal grills. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Ilexhurst holiday home include Coquina Beach and Longboat Key Beaches.
Fifty steps from your door to the sand. That's it. Four Beach Lovers Unit 4 is a garden-view retreat in Holmes Beach — not Gulf-front, but close enough that guests consistently describe the walk to the water as shorter than they expected. One guest counted it: fifty steps around the building and you're on the beach.
Unit 4 faces the tropical gardens rather than the Gulf. Your covered patio with a four-top table and chairs overlooks lush landscaping, a gazebo with a softly running fountain, and porch swings in the shade. The sound of the Gulf is always in the background. The garden side of Four Beach Lovers has its own atmosphere — quieter and more private than facing the water, with a different kind of beauty that guests come back for year after year.
Here's what sets Unit 4 apart from Unit 3 next door: Unit 4 has the same full square footage as the Gulf-front units. If you want the most spacious garden-view option in the complex at the best price point in the complex, this is it.
The 2025 renovation rebuilt everything. New kitchen with full-size appliances, dishwasher, and a wine fridge for chilling a bottle before the fountain goes quiet for the evening. New bathroom with a walk-in shower and modern fixtures. All new furnishings, linens, and smart TVs in the bedroom and living room. The entire property runs on solar power — one of the few vacation rental complexes on Anna Maria Island that does.
The king bedroom is a peaceful retreat. The living room sofa sleeper handles two more guests comfortably, sleeping four in total. Fast 1-gig WiFi and a full cable package are included for remote workers and rainy afternoons alike. Beach chairs are stored onsite — fifty steps and you're using them. Charcoal grills are available for cookouts. A shared laundry room serves all four units. Linens, towels, and beach towels are all provided.
Four Beach Lovers has four units total. Units 1 and 2 face the Gulf directly. Units 3 and 4 offer garden views at better pricing — with Unit 4 offering the full square footage of a Gulf-front unit.
Holmes Beach is the quieter, more local part of Anna Maria Island. Publix is a couple of blocks away. Walgreens and a small shopping center are nearby. The free island trolley stops close by — explore the full length of AMI without moving your car once you've parked.
Guests who find Unit 4 come back. One for four years running — and still counting. Four Beach Lovers Unit 4 requires a one-week minimum stay and includes parking for one car. This property is not pet-friendly.
Noise Ordinance: You are vacationing in a residential area, the quiet hours are 10 PM-7 AM. 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.
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General
Garden
Unit size: 700 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 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
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
On Front Four Lovers 4 Holmes
2531-174481
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available at Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
Onsite parking is limited.
Are there any beaches close to Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
Yep, Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps is a short 2-minute walk from Bradenton Beach.
Fun beach activities include swimming.
Is there a spa on site at Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
No, there is no spa at this property. Aluna Wellness Center & Spa is a short 14-minute walk away.
Does Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Does Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps have a waterslide?
No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
No, Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps?
No, pets are not allowed.
Four Beach Lovers 4 · Full-Size Garden Unit · Solar · Gulf in 50 Steps Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 59 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 59 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Duane K.
9 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Duane K.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rhonda L.
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Time
AMI and this property met my winter getaway needs; thank you!
Rhonda L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Philip H.
10 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Was disappointed that no one contacted me about how to get keys , no address given. Fortunately I know island fairly well and knew kinda where property was.
Very thin walls, guest in front of us was very loud , took a bath at 1:30 am , could hear squeaking of them in tub, then another night they were fighting and slamming doors. Guest next to us you hear hear them clomping across floor.
We did have 3 good night’s sleep,.
Electrical outlet in bedroom very loose and was afraid to use it. Toilet had to be flushed twice a lot of times, sometimes water wouldn’t fill bowl for proper flush.
Loved the deck and swings.
Overall our experience was good , had to take into consideration that not all guests are respectful of others.
Philip H.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Luella H.
14 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
May beach
Great views
Luella H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
14 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Little beach heaven
Great location and updated facilities. We absolutely loved our stay
Kimberly S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brent R.
13 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Beach access
Our overall stay was excellent. We really enjoyed the quietness of the area and the proximity to the beach is outstanding!
Brent R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dan S., Denver
25 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property
This property is spotless, is well appointed, and has everything you need for a relaxing beach vacation. The beach is steps away, and is beautiful. We will stay here again! Thank you!
Dan S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia D.
6 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
November Getaway
This is a perfect place for a 2 person vacation. Easy beach access, roomy accommodations for a small place, and plenty of room to gather with a couple others. We’ll be back!
Cynthia D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sandy W.
17 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, quiet stay close to the ocean!
It was so nice being so close to the ocean in a nice quiet neighborhood.
The place was located in a great location. You could walk to the stores or take the trolley. The place was nicely equipped and had a nice big front porch.
Sandy W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
8/10 Good
Stacy G.
16 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Get getaway
The property was perfect. The bed was very comfortable/ the house was very clean. The location is perfect/ close to everything but you felt secluded from everyone. I was surprised to find three cockroaches in the living room but that is not uncommon in FL. My only recommendation would be to add a second blanket or a throw. The unit only came with one blanket on the bed. I would definitely rent here again.
Stacy G.
10/10 Excellent
Denise K.
25 Jun 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
False advertising
Advertisement made it look like all rentals face the beach.
Denise K.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Paul E.
27 Jun 2017
Perfect for a small family
We stayed in unit 4 (not Oceanview). The walk around to the beach was like getting a surprise each morning. Our 11 & 9 yr old slept on the pull out sofa bed. The unit was very clean with what felt like all new furniture. The beach was not crowded at all, I guess due to its position between access points. This was our first visit to Anna Maria and it left a great impression.