Holiday planning
Holiday week
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Winter Holiday Week Stays in Holmes Beach (Anna Maria Island)
Turn the holiday season into a full week of sunshine and beach walks.
Sandbox Beach House keeps the plan easy: private pool, beach access, and a cozy layout for up to 6 guests.
Best for
Best for families who want a full week of low-key holiday time.
Highlights
- *A full holiday week with warm days and relaxed nights.
- *Private saltwater pool. Pool heat is added to online bookings by default ($150 for a one-week stay; the office adjusts it for longer stays). You can decline it - just ask the office.
- *Direct beach access one house off the beach, with no road to cross.
- *Central Holmes Beach base, with Pine Avenue and Bridge Street an easy trolley ride or drive away.
- *One dog up to 35 lb is welcome with approval. The $150 per week pet fee is charged at booking.
Timing and open dates
For Winter Holiday Week, start watching open dates about 12 to 16 weeks out.
Every stay is at least 7 nights, with check-in at 4 PM and checkout at 10 AM, so choose a week that fits your family's holiday plans.
Sample holiday rhythm
- -Arrival day: stock the kitchen, then unwind by the pool.
- -Midweek: beach mornings, easy lunches, and sunset walks.
- -One day: trolley ride to Bridge Street for dinner and dessert.
- -Departure day: early beach stroll and a final pool dip.
Local tips
Use the pool daily to keep everyone happy.
Mix beach time with one Pine Avenue afternoon.
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Helpful links
More holiday weeks
Other holidays on the island, or every holiday week.
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Claim a Winter Holiday Week. Check open dates.