BLUE SKY BEACH HOUSE REVIEWS

5/5 January 6, 2024

Every year we choose a place for the 10 of us to go for a week. This year’s choice did not disappoint at all! Enough room for all of us to stay comfortably, heated pool and spa were amazing, super close to beach and many options for walking, shopping and eating. Missy was very responsive with any questions we had. Holly F.  

5/5 12/30/2023

Beautiful house with all the amenities you need. Short walk to the beach well located. Chris V.

5/5 November 21, 2023

My family and I had a stellar experience and would highly recommend staying here and working with Missy. Everything was 5 star from communication to cleanliness to location. Plenty of beach towels, sand toys, beach chairs, wagon to transport everything, floaties/life jacket for the kids and more! Easy, one block walk to the beach. The heated pool was perfect and the environment was tranquil. Maria G.

5/5  October 24, 2023

This house is amazing! We had 6 adults and 3 young kids stay at this house in October and we couldn’t have been happier. The location is perfect. Just a short walk to the beach and walking distance to many shops and restaurants. They also provide lots of beach toys and things for the pool which was awesome to have available. The owner of the house was awesome to work with and she always answered questions in a timely manner. Even after we had been there a few days, she texted and made sure we had everything we needed. Great house, great customer service! Highly recommend! Ryan B.

5/5  July 1, 2023

Blue Sky was the perfect fit for our family. House was extra clean, pool was fantastic, our short walk to the beach was so close it was we were beachfront. Working with Missy was such a pleasure. She was so helpful, it was working with your closest friend. I highly recommend this house.   Carl S.

5/5  June 22, 2023

We had 7 adults and 2 kids and this house had plenty of room. The pool area was fantastic and the proximity to the beach was great. Also the owners were very responsive and quickly addressed any questions that we had. I would highly recommend this house to anyone traveling to Anna Maria.  

Matt M.

5/5  June 12, 2023

We loved our stay in this property. Our family enjoyed the pool and the pretty back yard. The short walk to the beach was really easy and we LOVED walking down for sunset time. Just beautiful!

 Wendy W.

5/5 May 27, 2023

This is the 3rd time our family has stayed on Anna Maria Island and yet again, it didn’t disappoint. Missy’s home was beautiful, clean, and had nearly everything we could've wanted (we had some cooler nights that blankets would have been nice). The kitchen was fully equipped for cooking, some kind people had left behind some spices. We had plenty of beach towels and beach equipment - very comfy chairs!! Pool toys were great - so many floaties and toys. Be careful of the deck… that Florida sun can REALLY get it toasty. She was extremely quick responding to all of our messages & we felt very welcomed - great property owner!! We certainly recommend checking this place out. Maddie O.

5/5  May 20, 2023

If we could rate using a 25 instead of five, we would!! Melanie L. 

5/5  April 29, 2023

Our stay at Blue Skye was amazing. We even asked if they had a griddle for us to make pancakes and they provided one. Missy went above and beyond to answer all questions to make our week long stay the best it could be. Just a short walk to Holmes Beach. The trolley pick up was a 1/2 block away and monkey bus picked us up at our front door and took us anywhere on the island. The pool was immaculate and James came twice weekly to clean and give us tips on places to go and see. My only regret is I couldn’t stay longer. Kathy D.

5/5   March 4, 2023

We had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Blue Sky. The pool was the highlight for the kids (with alarms on the doors, which was a bonus for the parents) Extremely clean property and walking distance to the beach. We had toddlers, teens and adults and everyone enjoyed the stay. Will definitely rent again!  Rebecca J. 

4/5 February 21, 2023

Great location and house, would recommend for families. However could use better furniture in the living room as there's not a lot of comfortable seating for a group. However the bug system in the outdoor area was amazing as we didn't have any issues with mosquitos. Wayne M.

Thanks for the feedback, Wayne - we've since added another full couch in the living area. Missy

5/5  December 13, 2022

House is beautiful just as listed. We could not asked for anything better and we are already looking into next year.  Bob P.

5/5 October 7, 2022

Every year four best friends (The Mooses--college name) get together for a week. We had a lovely time at Blue Sky. Location was fantastic. Short 5 minute walk to the beach. Very quiet neighborhood. Communication with Missy was great. She responded almost immediately with my few questions. She even checked in with me about midway through the week to see how things were going. One thing to note: There is a nice bedroom on the first floor. However, it is where the kitchen/dinning/living room is. Make sure the person (s) who stay up the latest use that bedroom. Thank you MIssy. We had a wonderful stay. Beth Z.

5/5 September 12, 2022

We had an incredibly relaxing week at this very clean, comfortable and welcoming home. The kitchen is well stocked for everything. The private pool was just beautiful and a calming retreat when needed. The beach is super close and everything is provided for you: chairs, umbrella, towels, cart, cooler... just so easy to go back and forth. We walked every day and enjoyed gorgeous sunsets at night. Missy is very responsive and you couldn't ask for a better homeowner. Our new favorite place!!  Joan G.

5/5 June 22, 2022

Our stay at Blue Skies was perfect. The house and pool were beautiful for our family of 10. Holmes Beach was about 1/2 block away - a very short walk. Missy was very easy to work with. She provided all of the info we needed. I would highly recommend this property. Thank you Missy for letting us make great family memories.  

5/5  June 3, 2022

Our family is from Minnesota and one cold winter day we found the Blue Sky on Anna Maria Island. My husband, myself, my two adult children and their spouses, plus our four grandsons met to celebrate my retirement. This house...was PERFECTION! It was beautifully decorated, had an amazing pool for young children and provided hours of entertainment for everyone. The hot tub was a highlight, too. The house came with everything we needed for the beach-wagon, umbrellas, beach towels, a cooler, sand toys and beach cart. The house was a short walk to the most amazing beach on the planet and we never had to worry about parking. The house had three floors, so each family had a space. I never even heard one peep from our young family members. The kitchen was well-equipped in every way. It was the hub of our time together. We cannot say enough about this great place. Missy Prout is an outstanding property manager. Even our 3-year grandson said, "I like Missy Prout!" Our family became a stronger unit because of having such an amazing place to stay and celebrate together. It was a better than any of our expectations! I have had several people ask for information about the Blue Sky. Does that mean I have to share? Of course I would. Thank you so much for creating such a paradise on Anna Maria Island and sharing it. With gratitude. Becky Hanson   

5/5  May 29, 2022

We love Anna Maria Island and this is, by far, the best place we’ve stayed in the 30+ years that I have been coming here with family. The house is clean, spacious and very nicely decorated. The back patio and pool are amazing. The space is very private, surrounded by palms and tropical foliage. The rooftop deck is a great place to watch the sunrise with a cup of coffee, or to quickly dry off after a dip in the pool or hot tub. The walk to the beach is, maybe, a block and takes less than 5 minutes and is a great place to watch the sunset and enjoy the sand, sun and surf. Missy was fantastic. She was very friendly, professional and responsive to any needs or requests, which were very few and minor since the house is so well maintained. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing and restful escape from the stress of “real” life. It was certainly just what our family needed to reset and recharge. Josh S.

5/5  April 13, 2022

This was our 8th trip to Anna Maria Island, and our family agreed this was our favorite house. Perfectly stocked kitchen, everything you needed for the beach, and great layout for a group to spread out and have privacy when needed. Communication with the owner was fantastic, and the pool and hot tub were perfect. Would definitely recommend this house!! Trish H. 

5/5 March 26, 2022

Our stay was absolutely perfect! All the beach supplies were available in the garage as described. The walk to the beach was less than one block. The street is super quiet, the pool and hot tub worked out perfectly. The observation area on the roof is great for watching the water or stars at night .8 mile walk to the fitness center. The owner of the property is super responsive. We had a small technical detail that was fixed within one - two hours. I would strongly recommend this property and I I’m hoping to be back. Dasha B. 

5/5 March 13, 2022

Great place for our big family of 10! And the location was perfect to the beach and not far from all the fun spots. Would stay again! House was very clean and the fully stocked kitchen was awesome to have!   Meg A.

5/5 January 22, 2022

We had such a wonderful time during our stay on Anna Maria Island. The property was in the perfect location for our family. Traveling with small children to and from the beach was super easy with all that was provided; beach chairs, cart, and wagon. The pool was nicely situated and easy for the kids to get in and out of safely. It was also easy to close the gate for the steps up to the balcony to keep them all on the main level. The kitchen was well stocked, laundry was easy to use, and the beds were very comfortable. The best thing I can say is that we didn't want to leave! We would definitely like to rent here in the future.  Lauren G.

5/5 January 13, 2022

We stayed for one week in early January with 5 children ages 3-10. The home was plenty big for us, my 7 year old daughter had a King bed to herself! The home was spotless clean when we arrived and very comfortable for our size party. The beds were great which says a lot because I've stayed in many rentals where my back is so sore from terrible mattresses. The kitchen was fully equipped and as a bonus actually had a real blender (a Ninja!). The property was great because we started with a rather cool day in FL but we spent it in the heated pool and hot tub! The beach was amazing and just a one minute walk across the street. Safe enough for our older kids to go back and forth by themselves. We watched the stars at night from the rooftop deck and All in all we loved staying here and We hope to return!! Bridget M.

5/5 January 5, 2022

We had a wonderful week and enjoyed our stay at the Blue Sky Beach House. It's exactly as pictured online and even exceeded what I was expecting. It was perfect for our family of seven with plenty of space. We rented an 8-seater golf cart for the week which made it so fun to get around the island. We highly recommend doing that. All of the beach equipment was so helpful with the wagon, beach chairs (thank you for the taller chairs too), cooler, umbrella and more. The floaties and pool toys were definitely used by all. The kitchen was well stocked so we could prepare meals. Missy was easy to work with and checked in to ensure we were enjoying our week. We hope to return in the future! 

5/5  November 9, 2021

Absolutely perfect! My family and I have spent many years coming to the Holmes Beach area for vacation. We never seemed to find a home that had everything until this home. There are several king sized beds, all the beds are comfortable. The bathrooms are very nice. The walk to the beach was very short. And there were not too many stairs getting in and out of the house and to the pool. The hot tub got very hot, I was very thankful for that because some of the hot tubs at these rental properties only get lukewarm. The pool was a perfect layout and temperature. The home was very comfortable overall and had lots of extra stuff for us to use. They had quality chairs for the beach, a wagon, Tons of toys and floats and since we are big cooks, we were thankful that the kitchen was well stocked. Everything that we needed was there. Norah H.

5/5  October 23, 2021

The home was everything we wanted. It was very cleaned, well stocked, and just delightful. Highly recommend. Thank you Missy. Lesli P.

5/5  October 1, 2021

This property was a gem for our group of 9 ladies to spend a fun reunion on Anna Maria Island! The easy walk to the beach was ideal and we all enjoyed the beautiful pool, spa and deck. We prepared several meals in the kitchen which had everything we needed and appreciated having both a Keurig and a coffee pot available. We all loved the house layout and the clean open feel! The property manager was responsive and helpful during our stay. One word of warning, beware of the overzealous parking police on AMI! We parked our rented golf cart at the end the driveway evidently going the "wrong" direction and ended up with a $70 ticket....really?? Despite that, we had a wonderful time and made great memories! We would absolutely stay here again!  Heather D.

5/5  September 30, 2021

We had so much fun in this cozy home! Everything was clean. The pool and spa was warm and clean. The beach is literally down the street and you can see it from the rooftop terrace, which we loved for morning coffee! There were lots of pool and sand toys. We did not need anything of our own. Coffee machine, kettle, ironing board and hair blow dryers + tons of kitchen tools equipped! Agnesa M.

5/5 September 14, 2021

My husband and I and our 3 kids (ages 2, 6, and 8), a family friend and my parents all came to AMI to celebrate my moms retirement and birthday. Since we are from WI and my parents are from A-Z, we decided to meet in Holmes Beach for a relaxing week at the beach. The house was absolutely perfect. It was exactly as described. There was more than enough room for all of us. The house was stocked with everything we could have needed for the week. We couldn’t get the kids out of the pool which was always clean. The year is well maintained and beautiful. The beach was even closer than I was expecting, just a shirt 2 minute walk from the house. Missy was so easy to work with and very accommodating. I would highly recommend this property. We can’t wait to plan another trip. 

Jessica H.

5/5 August 27, 2021

We had the most amazing vacation and this house was just perfect! First of all, this was a vacation we had to reschedule due to covid last year, and Missy was very accommodating and helpful with that whole situation! The house itself is beautiful, sparkling clean, stocked with everything we could’ve ever needed, and in a great location! We traveled with a toddler and two babies and it worked out great. We had one small issue with a shower and Missy was wonderful and took care of it right away. The pool was awesome and we even used the spa a couple of times at night which was also great. This was also our first time in Anna Maria and we just loved it! We rented a car, which helped getting to and from the airport and would’ve been nice if we wanted to take a day trip to somewhere off of the island, but other than that we didn’t really use it! We rented a golf cart for a couple of days which was our favorite way to get around, and we also took the free trolley a lot, which was great! All of the beaches on the island are beautiful, and the one closest to the house was our favorite. It was so pretty and never got too crowded. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us, Missy! We can’t wait to come back one day! Janet P.

5/5 August 22, 2021

There aren’t enough words to describe how perfect this house is. It has everything you could possibly need and then some more. The location was perfect. Michele D.  

5/5 August 15, 2021

This is a beautiful home with all the amenities for an amazing beach vacation. The owner was always available during our stay and that was very comforting. Hoping to be back to Blue Sky in 2023! 

Mabel M.

5/5 August 4, 2021 

I spent the week at this beach house with family that included 3 kids under 10yrs old and we all enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as described with a GREAT pool in the back. The landscaping was well done and maybe (in my picky opinion) slightly, yet tactfully, overgrown but in a way that gave a lot of privacy and made it feel like your own oasis. The way the vegetation grew I think there was complete visual privacy from neighbors and you could only hear them if they were a little loud. The pool deck was half sun and half shade throughout most of the day. The table outside sat 6 people and had an umbrella which was a great spot for lunch even on hot days. The outside shower, just inside the fence leading to the backyard, made it convenient for showering off sand from the beach and had a concrete (disc) pad to stand on so you weren't standing on the wet ground. I didn't try out all the beds but mine was comfortable and seemed to be of good quality. The rooftop deck was nice but we didn't spend much time up there as it only had two chairs and not worth carrying up others on the narrow spiral staircase. The kitchen was well stocked with plates, glasses, utensils, etc and even plastic plates, cups, and bowls for small kids. It had a nice full size refrigerator with ice and water dispenser. The beach was about a block away with no boardwalk or stairs to climb. I think I saw two beach carts in the garage although we had our own. I'd have no hesitation renting this house again and having visited AMI three times now would certainly consider this house again in the future. William H.

5/5  May 3, 2021

This was our second stay at this home and it is just perfect for a family traveling with little ones! The bunk room, the amenities, the pool… & a two minute walk from the beach! My family couldn’t have had more fun (:  Nina W.

Great House!

5/5 April 20, 2021

I have been to AMI/Holmes Beach multiple times in the last 3 years and this was by far my favorite house. The location was fantastic. One block from the beach and an easy bike ride up the island to AMI for breakfast or sunrise bay side or down the island to Publix for groceries:) The back patio/pool/spa area were so great for entertaining and all of the teens loved the rooftop deck at night. Great communication with the property owner and the house had plenty of room for everyone to spread out and have their own space. We also loved having access to the beach chairs as well. Everything we needed for a week of fun in the sun. I would highly recommend Blue Sky! Jessi R.

Total Relaxation

5/5 April 8, 2021

Stayed here with two families for spring break, 4 adults and 6 kids. House layout was perfect and beautifully decorated. The pool area was private and clean with room for everyone. Just a short walk to the beach. Would love to come back. Lori D.

Best rental in 20 years of staying in AMI

5/5 stayed Feb 2021

Can't say enough good things about the property, the location, and property mgr (Missy). My wife, my two kids (4 and 6 yo), my parents, and I all stayed for the week and all loved it. We go to AMI every year and will try to stay here again and again.

What we loved especially:

- the pool: warm, a good mix of sun and shade throughout the day, and great outdoor seating

- the location: two min walk to beach and perfectly situated between two groupings of restaurants just to north and south of property

- well stocked: we love to cook and the kitchen had everything; we also love the beach and the wagon/chairs/umbrellas were great

- comfortable beds: kids loved the bunks and the adults slept well in the king/queen beds

Thanks again. We can't wait to come back. William F.

FL Adventure

5/5 Stayed Jan 2021

We came from across the country - had not sen each other in over 14 months -my 3 kids all in there 30's - son in law and 3 grand kids ages 1, 3 and 13. What a blast - great place to stay - bedrooms worked out great, we each had our own! Very close to beach and a very nice neibourhood all around. Pool and hot tub worked well. Eat in everyday and night due to COVID - but we enjoyed every moment! Weather a little cold, but what do you expect for FL in January! Michael K.

Great Stay!!

5/5 Stayed Dec 2020

Great stay for our family of 10 (consisting of 8 adults & 2 children). The room on the first floor would be great for older people or those who cannot climb stairs.

The balconies, pool & spa were great! The pool was warm even when it was cooler outside. The beach was a very quick walk and was clear & calm a lot of the time.

Missy was always easy to reach with any questions we had.

I would recommend this beautiful home to any family looking for a AMI vacation. We were very sad to leave and hope to return again. Lynette K.

Xmas

4/5 Stayed Dec 2020

Propery manager great at communication. Chad A.

Great Choice

5/5 Stayed Nov 2020

Great newer property well located 5 minute walk from the beach. Clean. Nice private deck in back with a heated pool and spa. Bright, cheery, beach decor throughout. Owner is terrific and made every effort to ensure that our visit was enjoyable. Which it was. I would definitely recommend. Mike S.

Family Get-Away
5/5  Stayed Nov 2020
Wonderful property! Close to beach with an amazing deck and pool. Loved it!  Wendy O.
 

6 for 60
5/5  Stayed Sep 2020
What a great place for friends to meet and celebrate a milestone birthday! The location was excellent, the house was beautiful, and Missy couldn’t have been more accommodating. Would definitely recommend this house for any groups wanting to have a great reunion experience!  tami s.

Great property!
5/5  Stayed Sep 2020
We had an excellent stay at blue sky! The location and home are beautiful! The owner is responsive and so nice and accommodating. Great time overall.  Courtney V.
 

Perfect house in a great location!
5/5  Stayed Sep 2020
We stayed for 4 nights. We are a group of moms who do an annual trip and many had never been to Anna Maria. The home was perfect for our group and although the weather wasn’t great, we loved the proximity to the beach and the house itself. We spent more time inside then we would have liked but you can’t control weather and we made the best of it. We will be back. Missy was awesome too! 

Amy B.
 

2 minute walk to beach ...
5/5  Stayed Aug 2020
The garage is well equipped with beach chairs, umbrellas, and a big wheeled beach cart that transports it all. Private pool and hot tub are sparkling clean. Kitchen and large gas grill well equipped for family meals. Open design with huge glass doors from every room to lush grounds.
Blain E.
 

Dreamy location
5/5  Stayed Jul 2020
This was the perfect location for our group! The teens loved the pool and having their own space in the house. The bedroom setup was ideal. The kitchen was well appointed and very functional for us. The super short walk to the beach allowed us to go back and forth as needed. We would definitely stay here again! Nicole H.St. Louis

Great Getaway
5/5  Stayed Jul 2020
Beautifully decorated spacious home just steps from the beach! Plenty of beach chairs, umbrellas and there is even a wagon to help you get to the beach with all your goodies. The pool was perfect after a day at the beach. Thank you Missy for sharing your home, we had a great time relaxing and enjoying family time away from home!  Shannon F. Lithia, FL

Great stay
5/5  Stayed May 2020
House was very clean and in a great location. Everything exactly as described and went very smoothly.  Leon R.

Beautiful house in a great location
5/5 Stayed Mar 2020
We had a wonderful time in missy’s home the house was perfect for us. We enjoyed the pool and the close access to the beach. The beach was great, soft white sand that did not get hot. A very relaxing stay. We would definitely come back.   Steve O., Naperville, Il
 

Lovely family beach week with infant in tow
5/5  Stayed Feb 2020
Wonderfully appointed home a short walk to the beach. Plenty of space for 3 couples, another adult, and a baby. I’d echo the other positive reviews here and additionally note how well equipped this rental is for infants. It has a high chair, baby gate, pack n play  (although we brought our own), small toddler table and chairs, washer/drier, tons of beach toys, and things I didn’t even think of such as a small inflatable pool to bring beach-side in case your child is like my 8 month old who preferred mellower, warmer water.  Hannah E.

Great 10 days spent with family and friends
5/5  Stayed Jan 2020
Our party of 8 enjoyed our 10 days at Holmes Beach. The house was minutes from a beautiful uncrowded beach. It was close to restaurants and shopping. Missy was a very responsive host. We hope to visit again soon.  Donna M.
 

Family time
5/5  Stayed Jan 2020
We had such an amazing time with family at this house. Missy was always there for helping us with questions and needs. House is PERFECT! Thank you Missy!  Emilce I.

New Years Vacation
5/5  Stayed Dec 2019
We enjoyed our week at Anna Maria. A very nice part of the island ...beach less crowded and one block from the house. The house was a nice layout for two families. We hope to return!
Carrie S. Athens, Georgia
 

We had a fantastic time!
5/5  Stayed Dec 2019
This house has a wonderful location, one block from the gulf. We took beautiful walks on the beach every morning and enjoyed great sunsets in the evening. The house itself was conducive to relaxation and enjoying family time. It's beautifully decorated, well laid out, well stocked with everything we needed. We especially enjoyed the pool area. Missy was very kind, super responsive and great at hospitality. Highly recommend !!! Judith M.
 

Ready to go back! :-)
5/5  Stayed Sep 2019
This house met all of our expectations! It was the perfect set up for 6 adults and kiddos ages that ranged from 11 months old all the way up to 10 years old with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, all very clean! The furnishings and decor were so comfortable and social and relaxing. The kitchen was well-equipped with everything we needed and quality dishes/cookware. A short walk to the beach and the complimentary Anna Maria Island trolley! It truly was a wonderful vacation for all of us. Thank you so much for everything!
 

Holmes Beach House
5/5  Stayed Aug 2019
Very clean and comfortable home with actively involved, caring owner who supplied lots of info on Anna Maria Island. Ample towels and beach equipment. Walk to beautiful beach which was not crowded over Labor Day weekend. Would definitely stay here again.  Martin D.
 

Memories 2019
5/5  Stayed Jun 2019
The property was everything we could have asked for. Missy was easy to contact with any questions. She responded immediately.
We made so many family memories with our children and grandchildren. Peter & Diane L.
 

Great location
5/5  Stayed Jun 2019
Really enjoyed our stay. The house is well appointed and in an excellent location with easy access to the beach. Jeremy H.
 

Fantastic home for vacation
5/5  Stayed Jun 2019
4 moms, 6 kids...we had an amazing week at this very comfortable and welcoming home. The kitchen is stocked to make eating a breeze. The pool was a highlight. The beach is so close it made going to the beach less overwhelming with planning to take everything. It was lovely. Missy is responsive and helpful! We enjoyed ourselves. Christine A.
 

Wonderful house and location
5/5  Stayed May 2019
The house was so nice and functional for our family of eight... less then a half block from the beach. Had beach carts and chairs available that was a plus. Awsome pool and hot tub right off the patio. Elisabeth D.
 

Perfect
5/5  Stayed May 2019
The location is excellent. The property is beautiful. Missy was fabulous to work with! Definitely would stay again!  sarah b.
 

Fantastic family property minutes from the beach
5/5  Stayed Mar 2019
3 generations of our family had a fabulous 2 week break in Missy's home. It was beautifully furnished including plenty of bedding & towels. The kitchen had plenty of crockery, cutlery & gadgets and there were plenty of toys and chairs to take to the beach. Missy was great throughout the booking, quickly responding to emails & queries in the lead up to the trip. Would definitely recommend and would love the opportunity to stay again the in the future. Did I mention the good size pool & hot tub??! Abigail C.
 

Wonderful family vacation near a beautiful beach!
5/5  Stayed Mar 2019
Anna Maria Island is a wonderful place! We were so sad to have to leave...this beach house is perfect. It accommodates a large group, is very clean, and has everything you need including a high chair, beach toys, beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, washer/dryer, and more! The location is perfect...minutes from the beach. Missy is a very caring owner and responds very quickly to questions. We would love to come back to this house. We traveled with adults and children (ages ten and under), and would love to come back!  Kelly K.

Perfect Beach House
5/5  Stayed Mar 2019
It was our first time staying on Anna Maria Island and we will definitely be coming back! The island is very clean and everyone is so friendly including the Blue Sky owners. Missy was very helpful and the house was perfect for our three families. Awesome pool and just a hop, skip & jump to the white sandy beaches!!  burdette r.
 

Great house
5/5  Stayed Mar 2019
House was clean. Kids loved the pool. The layout worked well for two families. 2 minutes or less walk to the beach and the house comes stocked with all the beach tools you could need. Very responsive host. Jeff P.
 

Great family property and location!
5/5  Stayed Mar 2019
Well equipped home for families. Great location. Half block from a beautiful beach. The pool was a big draw also. Children and adults equally enjoyed! Nancy A.

Great place to stay near a beautiful beach!
5/5  Stayed Dec 2018
House was perfect for 2 families plus grandparents. 5 bedrooms and 4 baths. Just 1block from a beautiful and not very crowded beach. Plenty of beach chairs, pails and shovels, and other beach toys. Has its own private pool and hot tub. Kitchen is well equipped with plenty of dishes, pots and pans and silverware. Numerous good family restaurants on Anna Maria Island though it’s good to make reservations ahead of time especially for large parties. Owner was very helpful and accommodating. Benjamin L.
 

Second Visit Success!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our second stay at the Blue Sky Beach House on AMI! This home is the perfect set up for 3 generations of our family to stay together under one roof - enjoying all the amenities of the home and the fun to be had around the island! Missy is a very attentive and kind homeowner! We are so appreciative of the opportunity to stay in her beautiful home! This home has given us many memories over the past two years that will carry us through a lifetime! 

Danielle R.  Stayed:  November 2018

The Place to Stay in Holmes Beach 

We have been coming to AMI for 8 years now and this was our first stay in Holmes Beach. This house has everything you’d ever want in a vacation rental. Missy was absolutely awesome in response time any time we had a question or issue. If you choose to stay in Holmes Beach stay here I guarantee you will not be disappointed. Rob H.  Stayed:  June 2018

Wonderful Space

We had a wonderful family get together for 10 days and the house was perfect for our group if 9 from ages 1 - 71. The house is wonderfully situated, only a couple of minutes walk to the beach and free trolley, and walking distance to shops and restaurants, but off the busy roads. It includes everything needed. We had 3 young grand children with us so the high chair and folding cot were great as were the beach and pool toys provided. The pool was loved by all and easily managed with supervision and the door alarms. The doors to the pool are quite heavy so the youngest ones couldn’t open them without assistance anyway. Missy kept regular contact which was appreciated, and was quick to respond to questions and address one small issue that arose. 

Jill K.  Masterland, New Zealand  Stayed: May 2018

Birthday Best of the Best!

We couldn't have been more excited walking in to this beautiful clean home! It was perfect for celebrating my 60th birthday. We had our friends who live in Holmes Beach check it out, and thought it might suit our needs. It was above and beyond suiting our needs! Roomy, bright, and clean! We had family coming from California, Colorado, Michigan, Texas, and Minnesota flying in, and it all turned out perfect in everyway! Missy was so responsive with any requests we had (can we drop our luggage off before check-in time?). We had an issue with a clogged shower drain, she was on it right away, and had it resolved within a few hours. Wonderful service! We loved coming back to the pool after many hours at the beach, a daily routine! Highly recommend this perfect get-away home. Nothing but positive to say about it. Thank you! Thank you! Chris B.  Stayed: May 2018 

Perfect Week on AMI 

Three generations of our family (from 66 - 3 years old) thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Blue Sky! The deck and pool area offered just the right amount of sunshine and shade. We took advantage of sunsets and sunrises on the rooftop deck! Bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone and plenty of space to spread out while still being able to come together in the kitchen/living/dining/pool area. Easy and breezy describes our stay at Blue Sky and AMI! We would love to return in 2018! Thank you Missy & Tyler and family for opening your beautiful home to us! ​Danielle R.  Stayed: October 2017 

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Beautiful Home and Wonderful Owners!

This is an awesome place to stay, clean, close to everything. 1 minute walk to the beach. Missy was great to work with. always replied to my emails and text in a timely matter. The beach is beautiful!!! We had 8 adults and it accommodated us great. There were even a couple of nights we had 10 adults as my son and his girlfriend who live in Tampa came and stayed for a few days. Love it!!! will definitely come again and stay here. Again the owners were awesome to work with. Thank you Missy! Tina H, Vancouver Washington  Stayed: April 2017

 
Beautifully Decorated Beach Home, Clean, Great for Family 

We loved our stay at Blue Sky. This beautiful home has a beachy vibe, is clean, and the perfect size for our family of 9 (7 adults and 2 children), and the large dining table was used for meals and playing games, and it is around this table that we found out we will be grandparents again. What a great surprise! We enjoyed the pool and it's design, and the hot tub. The house is stocked with beach and bath towels so no need to drag these along in your suitcase. The home is situated just a short walk to the beach and I do mean short walk of less than 1 block, and on a quiet street. The beach is beautiful with gorgeous sunsets and great for shell and treasure hunting. You can choose your mode of transportation to get into town, either a walk on the sand, a walk down the street or take the trolley which picks up/ drops off every couple of blocks.  Once in town you might enjoy shopping, or painting a sand dollar at the Shiny Fish Emporium (enjoyed by all the women and children in the group). I would also recommend the Donut Experiment (our grandkids where pressed up against the glass watching them make the donuts fresh and to order). There are plenty of restaurants to choose from in town or on the outskirts of town, which can be reached via car or trolley. Also wanted to mention that Missy, the owner is very responsive to your emails/ questions and this is much appreciated. Laura J  Submitted Jan 31, 2017 

Most Memorable Family Vacation!

 Icould never have imagined a more perfect location and house to stay at for a wonderful vacation. We had 6 adults and 4 children made up of family and friends. The house is very spacious and close to the beach. The house is even more remarkable in person then pictured. Missy has thought of everything imaginable. It's beautifully decorated and fully equipped with everything from the kitchen which had plastic dishes, ceramic dishes, food containers, etc., and many beach umbrellas, a beach type tent, coolers, beach chairs, and things for the children to use at the beach. The pool/deck area is absolutely stunning. The pool company came to the house twice to check the levels and clean it. Missy responded promptly to any questions or issues we had. Everyone was sad to leave but we are looking forward to returning to AMI and would definitely rent this property again. Thank you Missy for allowing us to rent your home which made memories that we will never forget! Lynn S., Queens, NY   Stayed:  August 2016

​Comfortable Coastal Chic Close to the Beach 

Our party of ten enjoyed the lovely blue house. It was comfortable, clean, well furnished and beautifully decorated in a Coastal Living magazine way with turquoise and corals. Our favorite place to relax was, of course, the back yard deck and pool area. There was plenty of seating for all and good privacy. The beach is a very short walk away. Missy was very helpful and friendly during booking and patiently and quickly assisted us with a minor smoke alarm issue that came up while there. Beach equipment and toys were there as well as necessities for babies. A relaxing and pretty home. Stayed: February 2016 

Perfect Vacation at Blue Sky Beach House

We had a lovely 2 weeks of vacation in the beautiful Blue Sky Beach House over Christmas and New Years 2015/2016. Booking was easy and all contacts with the owner Missy were easy, swift and friendly/helpful. The weather was perfect - in the mid to high 80-ties and Florida sunshine + blue skies most of the time... 2 families sharing (one from New York and one from Sweden) - in total 7 adults/young adolescents. The house is perfekt for 2-3 families sharing. We loved the house (plenty of space and privacy - if you like, comfortable beds, large pool + hot tub). Even the "bunkbeds" are very comfortable and big enough for an adult. Short stroll to the fantastic beach. Nice and relaxed atmosphere on Anna Maria Island. The Perfect Place for a holiday with kids (of all sizes), extended family, group of friends. We would definitely recommend this house and owner to our verry best friends! ​Christina, Varberg  Stayed: December 2015 

Great Family Vacation​

This is the first time we used VRBO for vacation accommodations, and we were very pleased with the property. We traveled with 6 adults and 3 children, ages 3 and under. This home is beautiful, spotless, and well located on the island, close to the beach and nearby a trolley stop. It was well stocked with kitchen supplies, games/puzzles/books/water & sand toys, nice appliances, comfortable beds, and kids items such as a high chair, pack & play, and kids table & chairs. It was relatively cool (50s and 60s) when we were there, but the heated pool and hot tub were a real highlight for our group. We expected the park at the end of the road would have swings or slides, but it's simply an observation area off the waterway. It was fun to explore the island--shops, the pier, beaches. Check out The Donut Experiment for customized donuts or take a Sunset Sailing excursion. Missy was very responsive in communications and resolving issues. Families with young children would love this place! Monica M.    Stayed: February 2016 

Couldn't have been better!

As stated by many other reviewers, Missy is fantastic to work with - friendly, knowledgeable, flexible. The house is beautiful! It's a block from the beach and a relaxing walk (not crossing busy traffic or anything). The pool was heated and shaded so we could spend 24/7 in it if we wanted to. We had 8 adults and 4 kids staying in the house. I can't think of a single thing that we wished was provided and wasn't. It's simply, beautiful, private, clean and has a fantastic owner. We WILL be repeat customers! ​Kimberly M.  Stayed:  November 2015 

Perfection!We just returned from 5 days at your beautiful Florida home! My husband and I, our two children and their spouses, and our two young grandsons (22 months and 5 years) had the family vacation of our dreams! The pool area is absolutely perfect! I am not a water person, and Florida would have been way down on my list of places to gather for this family vacation. But we have relatives in Florida we wanted to see, so we agreed to this. As it turns out, under the right conditions, I AM a water person! The privacy of the pool, and the fact that there is always at least a part of the pool in the shade at all times, provided an atmosphere where I (as well as all the rest of the family) spent many joyful hours together. Pool toys of all kinds are provided, there is a roomy deck with many chairs and a large table, and a gas grill. The house is furnished with everything you could ever need, including top of the line washer and dryer (which we kept quite busy!); high-quality toys, books, and games for all ages; high chair and pack-n-play; beach towels and house towels in abundance. The house is beautifully decorated and maintained, and was spotlessly clean. And the icing on the cake was that the beach is so close, even the little ones could easily walk there in just a couple of minutes! A cart is even provided to haul all your stuff to the beach, including a nice beach umbrella. One final thing I absolutely loved -- on the roof of the house is a small patio with an amazing view of the ocean, beach, and surrounding area! I'm hoping we all can go back again next year. Sue, Veedersburg, IN    Stayed: October 2015

Best Beach Location Vacation! 

Wow! We had an amazing vacation staying in this wonderful beach house. This house has everything for a fantastic beach get away! Great Location, Great Pool, Great Personal Touch! Missy was wonderful to work with prior and during our stay. This house was perfect for our girls trip. Great kitchen and beautiful bedrooms. Even the bathrooms were roomy with great showers and plenty of counter space. The tropical pool with hot tub was our favorite. Total privacy among beautiful palm trees with a large deck/patio made this our favorite place daytime and nighttime. We loved walking to the local coffee shop - Island Coffee Haus and then walking the beach each morning. We traveled from Denver, St. Louis, and Kansas City to enjoy this wonderful island. We will be back! Cindy S. Stayed: September 2015  Submitted: September 21, 2015 

Wonderful Family Vacation! 

This is home is absolutely perfect. Missy is so easy to work with and wealth of information. She checked in with us periodically throughout the week to make sure all was well which was very nice. We had 4 adults and 5 kids ranging in age from 11-17. The house had more then enough room for all us, the 11 and 12 year old even got their own rooms for the week. The kitchen is well equipped and the pantry was wonderful as we stocked up at Sam's Club on our way to AMI. The house provides beach chairs, umbrellas, beach towels and boogie boards which is very nice. The walk to the beach access at the end of the street is very easy and the beach never seemed over crowded. We look forward to our next visit to AMI and will definitely rent this house again!! Jenni E. Stayed: July 2015  Submitted: July 23, 2015 

Great Vacation Home! Our family of 11 rented this house the first week of June and we absolutely enjoyed this location! The owner is super easy to deal with and she was very easy to communicate with before and during our stay. The beach is a very short walk away and they have a beach cart and chairs for their renters to use during their vacation. The beach towels they provide were also very nice and helpful. The pool is amazing as well. My children loved swimming in it and I enjoyed the hot tub! Missy provides a very helpful book of house information as well as restaurant info and local activity brochures.