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Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Interior
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 694 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Holmes Beach, FL
  • Place, Bradenton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Manatee Public Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Holmes Beach Beaches
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Holmes Beach

At this condo you'll be within steps of Bradenton Beach and Manatee Public Beach. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and condo features a washer/dryer, 2 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 coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site water park. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a lift. There's also the convenience of limited parking.

What's nearby

  • Bradenton Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota, FL (SRQ-Sarasota-Bradenton Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ugly Grouper - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cantina - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Smoqehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool

VRC16-000492

2BR · 2BA · Sleeps 6 · Direct Gulf Front · Adjacent to Manatee Public Beach · Elevator · Heated Pool · Bunk Beds + Queen Guest Room · Beach Gear Storage · Stack Washer/Dryer · Undercover Parking · Open Porch

Gulfsands Condo #201 sits directly adjacent to Manatee Public Beach — the lifeguard-protected stretch of Holmes Beach with facilities, activities for kids, and wide Gulf sand. Walk out the door and you're already there. No separate beach access to find, no distance to calculate.

The building has an elevator — no stairs required for arrivals, departures, or grocery runs. The large heated pool has an equally large covered area alongside it, giving guests the option to sit in shade without leaving the pool deck. The open porch faces the Gulf — the right spot for evening sunsets over the water.

The unit sleeps six across two bedrooms. The master has a king bed. The guest bedroom has bunk beds plus a queen bed — a configuration that works exceptionally well for families with kids who want their own space. A storage room on the ground level holds beach chairs, umbrella, toys, and a wagon — grab everything on the way to the sand and leave it when you come back.

The kitchen is fully equipped for a week of meals at home. Stack washer and dryer in the unit. Smart TVs in the living room and both bedrooms. High-speed WiFi throughout. Undercover parking for two cars included.

Gulfsands #201 requires a one-week minimum stay with parking for two vehicles. Not pet-friendly.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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: 1,008 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

Gulf Sands 201 2 BR / 2 BA in Holmes Beach Sleeps 6
Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool Condo
Gulf Sands 201 2 BR / 2 BA Condo in Holmes Beach Sleeps 6
Gulf Sands 201 2/2 Condo Gulf Front With Large Pool Holmes Beach
2531-174570

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

Yep, Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool is a short 1-minute walk from Bradenton Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, scuba diving and body boarding.

Does Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool have a pool?

Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool has a heated pool and a communal pool.

Does Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

No, Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

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

Are pets allowed at Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool?

No, pets are not allowed.

Gulfsands 201 · Manatee Beach · Elevator · Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay in a convenient location. Clean and well appointed. Had all the basics you need as a family. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view of the beach from the patio was much better in person than how it looked in the booking site. Had trouble figuring out the TV when we arrived but the property manager was awesome to work with and responded promptly. Unit was clean, no bug issues at all and the beds were very comfortable. The pool was wonderful and warm! The road noise was a little louder than expected but the condo location was perfect for going to the beach, trolley and stores.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nan F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

gulf sands

not very clean or maintained properly to put it short
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

May Getaway

We have stayed at this property before; but not in this unit. It was so much nicer than the previous one we rented!It was very clean and the kitchen and bathrooms were all nicely updated. There were so many little extras that made our stay especially nice: starters on dishwasher tablets and dishwashing detergent, paper towels and toilet paper; as well as spices, oils, and cooking supplies. The kitchen was WELL stocked. There were also an abundance of fresh beach towels and bath towels. The location couldn’t better: directly on the beach with private beach access, Publix within a few blocks, and the local gym less than a 5 minute drive (they have weekly memberships, FYI!). If you like firm mattresses, this is your place! Lots of blankets and pillows made the stay very comfortable.Large TVs in the living room and bedrooms. TONS of books to read in the mini-library. The patio furniture is in great condition and the balcony offers a full beach view. We watched the dolphins play for about 20 minutes the morning we left :) There is also a small storage area of beach supplies- chairs, umbrella, wagon, etc. I will say the beach chairs needed a little attention- we ended buying some camp chairs from Ace Hardware (also a close drive) and donated them to the storage area, as the ones there had mildew and rust on them. But other than that- excellent stay! Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dena P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had a great family vacation with our 3 kids, ages 11, 10, and 7. The condo had everything we needed including chairs and toys for the beach. The location was perfect with being just steps to the beach and trolly as well as a large warm pool. We would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice beachfront condo

We really enjoyed staying here. The place was immaculate when we came in - by far one of the cleanest places we’ve stayed in. It’s very well stocked with kitchen items, towels and all the beach things you could need. Two parking places were included so we could park a golf cart, too. The pool and grounds were clean and well-kept- pool is heated but not overly hot. We didn’t mind being next to Manatee Beach or the road. You do hear some noise occasionally from the road, but it didn’t bother us. Communication from the rental office was excellent. Great location - right on the beach, and it’s nice to be We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

LOCATION CLEAN

This unit is clean,well stocked, in a fantastic location! Just steps from the beach. This unit has a shaded parking space. The property is very clean pool great .The trolley picks up right next door every 20 minutes,. Would love to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Absolutely lovely condo, location and host. Would highly recommend. We plan to visit again. Thank you Dennis and Susann for opening your home to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachfront

I found the proximity to the beach and stores to be very convenient. The one down side was the noise from the street and beach parking lot. The cars and constant buses make a lot of noise beginning at 7:00am. Otherwise, it was a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P., Chicora, Pa

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic condo!

This is one of the best condos we have ever stayed at. Literally everything we needed was there (that we couldnt bring due to flying), kitchen was very well stocked. Location to beach and stores was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome property!

This property was great! Great location, great space, great amenities, great accommodations. The only things that were not ideal was the payment option, the key access and the lack of ceiling fans. It would have been great to just have our card charged for the balance of what was due vs having to call and provide an e-check. Would have just rather not had to think about it. A keyless entry, like other condos at the same complex would have been more convenient. Ceiling fans in Florida are a must. They would have made our stay more comfortable. But I would still recommend this property to a friend.’
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

Great beach stay!

This is a wonderful, convenient vacation spot! We had an issue with a tv and password for WiFi but it was quickly fixed or explained! We felt it was clean and well taken care of! We plan to stay again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Susan A.

Condo is beautifully decorated and very clean.

We were very happy with the condo. It was clean and beautifully decorated. The complimentary snacks were a nice little surprise. The building being directly next to the public beach made it noisy and the beach quite crowded. The traffic was unbelievable.& not what I want to encounter on vacation. Longboat Key looked much more appealing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018