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Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025

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Escape to the secluded beach of Anna Maria Island at Valhalla, where you can unwind in a Gulf-front duplex with a large covered deck. Watch dolphins play and sunsets unfold while enjoying BBQs, outdoor seating areas, and modern amenities like smart TVs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5176 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025

  • 3BR · 2BA · Sleeps 5 · 1,006 Sq Ft · Upper-Level Gulf Front · Private Upper Deck · Sept 2025 Remodel · Gulf Views from Every Room · Pet-Friendly ($150 Fee) · In-Unit Laundry · 3 Parking Spaces

    The private upper deck has turquoise Adirondack chairs, a dining table for six to eight with umbrella, and unobstructed Gulf views from an elevated position — the outdoor living room that guests describe as the reason they come back. Valhalla

    Upstairs was completely remodeled in September 2025, and the deck is where the transformation is most visible.
    The September 2025 renovation opened the interior with a wall of French doors connecting the living room directly to the upper deck. The living room is 13'8" x 20'10" — a royal blue velvet sectional, dramatic white exposed beam ceiling, decorative fireplace, and a large smart TV. Gulf views throughout. The kitchen was completely redesigned with gray shaker cabinets, geometric floral backsplash, white quartz countertops, and a center island with bar seating — plus a dishwasher added specifically at guest request. The dining area has a round glass-top table with vintage honey wicker chairs seating six, with French doors opening to the upper deck.

    Three bedrooms sleep five. The primary suite has a king bed with an en-suite spa-style bathroom — sage-green double-sink vanity, walk-in shower with pebble tile floor. The second bedroom has two twin beds. The third bedroom has one twin bed. A hall bathroom with tub and shower serves both guest rooms. Smart TVs in every room. LVP flooring throughout. A stacked washer and dryer is in a hallway closet.

    The patch of beach in front of Valhalla is essentially private — upper-level exterior stairs deliver quick beach access without the crowds of public access points. Publix, Walgreens, restaurants, and the free island trolley are within walking distance.

    One small pet is welcome with a $150 non-refundable fee.
    Valhalla Upstairs requires a one-week minimum stay with parking for three vehicles.

    *Final payments are due 60 days prior to arrival payable by personal check or Echeck (which will incur a $1.00 processing fee) we do take
    credit cards for final payment with a 3% fee on the balance due

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horseback riding 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: 1,896 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Holmes Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bradenton Beach and Coquina Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at LECOM Park or IMG Bollettieri Tennis Academy. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Holmes Beach travel guide
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What's nearby

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    Bradenton Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
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    West Coast Surf Shop
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sarasota_ManateePublicBeach_6296224-6
    Manatee Public Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Anna Maria Sound
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • AMI Paddleboard Adventures
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Anna Maria Island Beach Cafe
    11 min walk
  • The Ugly Grouper
    4 min drive
  • Beach House Waterfront Restaurant
    4 min drive
  • Wicked Cantina
    3 min drive
  • Smoqehouse
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025 located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holmes Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Bradenton Beach, AMI Paddleboard Adventures and West Coast Surf Shop. Manatee Public Beach and Anna Maria Sound are also within 15 minutes.

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Valhalla Up · Gulf Deck · 3BR · Renovated 2025 Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was clean and the people were amazingly friendly. Enjoyed so much that we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hanns-Peter S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

We had an absolute dream vacation on Anna Maria Island. In addition to the great conditions on site, we had great accommodation. If you had any questions or requests, the vacation properties team was always available and absolutely helpful. Five out of five stars, we'll be back!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

2nd Anniversary

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Vahalla upstairs was so amazing.. The extraordinary views, actually steps to the beach.. beds were clean and comfy.. wonderful location.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lillian E.

Valhalla Experience

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: Overall was good. Master bed could be replaced. No garbage disposal 🙄.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cara R.

We loved being right on the beach!!

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: Clean living quarters, plenty of room for our family! Only a few minor points that could be improved: nothing that would prevent us from reverting again. grill grates were rust abs the kitchen amenities could be improved. We had to buy a few things at the dollar store (Pot holders for example).
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mara p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, all good. Amenities all perfect. Property is clean, well maintained and Island Vacation Properties responded immediately to any questions or issues that came up.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hubby and I very much enjoyed our stay at this property. The location right on the beach is wonderful. We enjoyed the sunsets right from the deck. This property looks to be very recently remodeled-the place is gorgeous! We had no issues and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Second year staying here and as always amazing, the location is everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Gtreat property. Fantastic view. Well kept. Convenient location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be coming back!!!

WOW! I loved everything about this property, the view, the location, everything. My family was very happy with the property as well. We’ve stayed at other properties this summer that did not meet any of our expectations and this one out did itself. We will definitely be booking again next year for our family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Perfect gulf views from the large covered porch

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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 sat for hours watching the waves, birds, and sky. Perfect sized home for us and we had all we needed. Loved having 2 coffee makers. The beds were soft and comfy. It was quiet at night. Overall perfect and was hard to leave.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lillian E.

My 7 day vacation.

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 good. One bed was broken and a loose tile in hallway. Toilet was replaced during my stay early morning which was a little inconvenient.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Beach Beauty

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: Perfection
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claire O.

Perfect

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: For my family and I, this is the ideal property and Island Vacation Properties staff couldn’t be more accommodating
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Carl B.

Great Location - House getting worse

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Second time in this property. The price goes up year over year but the house is in very poor condition. Peeling paint, very dirty throughout, broken ceramic tile, missing towel bars, shower door held closed by tape, wall paneling bowing and mildew smell. Very disappointed in the overall experience of paying so much for such a run down property. The location on the beach is perfect which is what made it bearable. We didn't spend that much time in the house as compared to the outdoor time. The covered deck is great and the views are amazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Exceptional as always!

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: The home and location are always wonderful! Only issue was being without a washer for 4 days:(
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A R.

Very good experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Situated right on the beach. was a very good experience for the whole family. Overall property was in good condition and clean, but would recommend replacing carpets in the rooms. Would be excellent if carpets could be replaced with tiles like rest of the house. Would definitely be staying here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Multi million dollar view

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 stayed at Valhalla on Gulf Dr which is Gulf front. We really enjoyed the view. We took so many pictures of the sunset. We brought my mother in law who does not go to the beach much anymore for her birthday. She sat out on the beach since it was so close. The unit was very clean and had recent updates of appliances and furnishings. We had a wonderful time !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

Valhalla Upstairs - Beautiful View and Home

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’ve stayed here in the past and the expansive, unobstructed ocean views never get old! One of our favorite spots on the island where you feel that you have your own private beach regardless of how busy the island can get. The home layout is perfect for a family of 6 and the home is updated with a very comfy couch and beds. Counting down the days until our return!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Celina O.

Great Vacation....Great Location

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 was a wonderful place. The property management was great!!! My only suggestion would be to update the beach chairs...a couple of them are a little rusty. But I can't wait to go back and enjoy this location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daphne R.

Wonderful vacation beach home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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 is our 2nd year and we loved renting this ocean front beach! We enjoy our neighbors and the ability to get up to that beautiful Ocean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

A Spring Break Success!

Rating Details: The property manager was very 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 recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Location, Location, Location. Property is ON the beach, about as close as you can be. No need for a cooler because you can literally go to the kitchen to grab a cold beverage. If you want to explore a car is nice but if all you want is a beach vacation everything is in walking distance. Groceries, Walgreens, alcohol, select restaurants, coffee shop, hardware store, beach rentals are ALL walking distance. Your patch of beach is essentially private, always an area for you out front. Furnishings are nice, washer/dryer is great, condition of unit is older. Some paint is pealing. Bathrooms are nice but water pressure in guest bath is bad, master pressure is GREAT. Rent house nextdoor and unit below for large group, would be perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Great, clean place!

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: My favorite vacation he to date!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Our Special Birthday _during a spike in the Pandamia Vacation

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: Our stay was fantastic and Bill and team were wonderful with their service.Location of the property was perfect for what I was looking for, pictures on the site were an understatement to the experience I lived.The property was fully equipped with the essential items we needed.I was skeptical on traveling with the Pandemic at a spike, but the reassurance that the cleaning staff was doing an extra cleaning and finding the home clean gave me a sense of security.Owners have truly kept up in the maintenance keeping the property looking modern.Thank you and I will be back with the rest of my family hoping to rent from Island Vacation Valhalla & Tiki properties!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Shannon P.

Family Vacation with all the kids and grand children

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Overall, our stay was very nice. Great location, right on the beach, and loved the deck. There were a couple things about the house I wasn’t happy with. The laundry area (upstairs) needs work. Organization is a must, and a curtain to cover the water heater and furnace would have been nice. It was very unattractive to walk by. The front walls also had damage, but I’m sure that will be fixed. Besides those 2 things, we had a great experience, and a wonderful vacation.