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SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10!

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10196 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10!

VRC's 16-000499 & 16-000500

Your Ultimate Group Getaway in Holmes Beach
Just one block from the beach, SS Salamander is a 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath duplex offering two fully equipped units, a heated pool, and plenty of space for up to 10 guests. Perfect for family reunions and group trips, this rental provides the best of both worlds—privacy when you need it and shared spaces when you want it.

“Fantastic for a large group! We loved having two kitchens and living spaces while sharing the pool and backyard. The short walk to the beach was perfect!” – Irene S.

The Home
North Unit
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed
Guest Bedroom: Full bed + Twin bed
Living Room: 55” Smart TV, comfortable furnishings
Kitchen: Fully stocked for home-cooked meals
Bathrooms: 1.5

South Unit
Primary Bedroom: Queen bed
Guest Bedroom: Full bed + Twin bed
Living Room: 55” Smart TV, comfortable furnishings
Kitchen: Fully stocked for home-cooked meals
Bathrooms: 2

Laundry: Shared full-size washer & dryer

“The location was unbeatable—steps to the beach, close to shops and restaurants, and quiet at night. We had everything we needed!” – Scott W.

Outdoor Oasis
Heated Pool – Spacious, beautifully landscaped, and shared between both units
Grill & Outdoor Seating – Ideal for group meals under the stars
Outdoor Shower – Rinse off after a beach day
Off-Street Parking – Four spaces total

“The pool was amazing, and we loved having two kitchens for meal prep. The backyard was peaceful and private!” – Tom T.

Exclusive Guest Perks
After booking, you’ll receive access to our Digital Guidebook, where you can pre-arrange bike rentals, beach chairs, umbrellas, infant gear, mobility aids, and more—ready and waiting upon arrival!

“The digital guidebook made everything so easy. We pre-arranged beach gear, and it was waiting when we arrived!” – Debbie T.

Perfect Location
This home is steps from the beach and within walking distance to:
Local bars, restaurants, and ice cream shops
Boutiques and shopping
Free island trolley for easy exploring

“We had 9 people, and it was perfect! The beach was so close, and the backyard was an oasis. We’ll be back!” – Jenny P.

Know Before You Go:
7-night minimum stay
No pets allowed
Quiet hours observed for a peaceful stay

Book SS Salamander today and experience the perfect group getaway in Holmes Beach!

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
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Deck

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Golfing 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: 2,112 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 not allowed

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
2531-174492

About the neighborhood

Map
Holmes Beach, Florida

What's nearby

  • Holmes Beach Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Manatee Public Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Coast Surf Shop - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bean Point Beach - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Anna Maria Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Sarasota-Bradenton Intl. Airport (SRQ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Two Scoops - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Seafood & Spirits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Waterfront Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinny's Place - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10!?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10! located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Bradenton Beach and Holmes Beach Beaches. Island Gallery West and Manatee Public Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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SS Salamander | Rent Both Units | Heated Pool | Steps to Beach | Sleeps 10! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10

Place needs a little tlc but loved it
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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: Pool time family enjoyed, easy walk to beach, restaurants near ,grills to cook meals and TV family time relaxing on new couch

8/10

Great property to share with another family, close walk to beach, great outdoor pool and seating area, love the outdoor shower too. Wish they had more beach chairs available. The ones there were broken We would definitely rent this property again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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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 do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time...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: Great location very close to a semi private beach. Love having both units and sharing the pool.
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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: We had a great time. The units were entirely functional. They could use some updates inside, but for a beach house they were just fine and we didn't miss anything. The backyard was the feature with a large heated pool, grill, and gas firepit. The laundry room downstairs also had another fridge and plenty of beach goodies. We'd book it again.
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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: SS Salamander is a fantastic home and a wonderful location. Perfectly placed in the middle of the island. Free trolly stops one block away and easy walking distance to shopping and restaurants. 60 yards from the beach entrance. Will stay here again
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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 rental company went above and beyond to help make our vacation wonderful!! Unfortunately our plane was cancelled and they couldn't get us all on another flight for two days! Amy was amazing, picked up my box I had sent down and even picked up our groceries at Publix for us so when we finally got to the house at 7p.m after leaving Maine at 7 a.m we had FOOD!! 9 very hungry people!! Place was great! Location was great! Pool was great! Thank you all very much, JenPen.
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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 are a party of 8 (4 couples) who like to get away fall for some sun and relaxation. We have stayed at a few places right on the beach and paid a much higher rate. This property is literally less than a 5-minute walk from the house to the sand between your toes. The accommodations were very nice and there was plenty of room for the 8 of us. There is a large deck out front where you can have your morning coffee, a meal or read a book. The neighborhood is very quiet and there's no street parking which means the beach is never crowded. The back yard is an oasis in itself. It has lots of places to relax whether it's on a lounge chair poolside or at 1 of the tables. There is a large grill, firepit and outdoor shower. If your looking for a quiet place with beautiful beaches and some nice places to dine out and shop, this is it. Some of the restaurants we liked were The Waterfront Restaurant (we went twice), The Ugly Grouper ( a fun place with good food), The Beach House Waterfront Restaurant). We picked up pizza at Pizza Social and also sandwiches at Scotts Deli (really good). Scotts Deli also delivered to us right on the beach on day. Everyone Had a great time and said they would stay here again in a heartbeat.
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8/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was 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: Overall Good Stay. Island Vacation Rentals was super responsive. Only complaint is that several things had to be addressed (Propane out in grill, dishwasher and washing machine breakers were tripped and pool was not cleaned) however they addressed them all within a reasonable amount of time. Master Beds in both units were not great and sort of annoying an irrigation contractor showed up to service the system while we were there parking in drive way for hour or two. Otherwise units were clean, well stocked and great communication along with awesome location
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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: We rented both units. The location to the beach was fantastic. Less than 5 minutes from door to beach chair! The pool was very nice and large enough for the six of us. The furniture was a little old/outdated. There was plenty of outdoor seating whether it was by the pool, on the deck, or the crows nest. Loved being able to park under the deck. It kept the car cool on the hot days and dry on the rainy days. The house is located in the middle-ish of the island. Holmes Beach has very soft sand compared to other parts of the island. They had plenty of floats and beach wagon to borrow. Liked the idea of the fridge downstairs in laundry room. Could store drinks for pool and beach. The pool and proximity to the beach were best parts.
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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: Wonderful place to be with family . Well furnished and near everything.
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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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: SUPER GREAT location. Great Pool size - 9 in our group. Property does need maintenance:rising nails in deck, sliding door (North unit) almost impossible to open, bad leak between awning and door (South unit), both units need more food/staples storage if you utilize the kitchen and not go out every night! Stocked very well w/food prep, tableware, etc. However, small refrig. in each unit. We were there last week of June 2020 and did most of our eating in. Would stay there again w/some updates/repairs.
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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 loved staying at the Salamander. It was perfect for our family reunion. Short walk to the beach and a refreshing pool in the backyard. There were plenty of pool and beach toys provided, as well as a cart to wheel chairs and stuff to the beach. The gas grill was great for burgers in the backyard.
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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 house was in a perfect location. Just a block from the beach with ton of stores in walking distance. The house had all the amenities that we needed and the most wonderful pool! Loved being able to hit the beach and return back to house for a break without worrying about parking or traffic. The outside porches made wonderful morning coffee spot. This is really in the best location! We will definitely be returning!
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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: Overall we could not have been happier with this rental. From the location, to the pool and cleanliness of the home it was truly a great vacation. The heater pool kept the kids busy and provided a nice break from the beach that was a three minute walk from the house. Being that close to the beach allowed for a quick and easy walk back to the house if you forgot something or needed to go to the bathroom. We highly recommend this property and would definitely be coming back.