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Holiday planning

Weekend escape

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Halloween Weekend Stays in Holmes Beach (Anna Maria Island)

A Halloween Weekend at the beach is a fun and easy reset.

Stay in central Holmes Beach with a private pool, a calm neighborhood feel, and easy access to Pine Avenue and Bridge Street.

Best for

Best for short fall getaways that keep the plan simple.

Highlights

  • *A light, beach-forward weekend with a hint of fall.
  • *Private heated pool for off-beach time.
  • *Walk to the Gulf without crossing busy roads.
  • *Central Holmes Beach base near Pine Avenue and Bridge Street.
  • *Dog friendly for well-behaved pups 35 lbs or less.

Timing and open dates

For Halloween Weekend, start watching open dates about 4 to 7 weeks out.

If you can shift arrival by a day or two, a Friday arrival can unlock more options.

Sample holiday rhythm

  • -Day 1: arrive, settle in, and take a sunset walk on the beach.
  • -Day 2: beach morning, pool reset, then dinner around Bridge Street.
  • -Day 3: coffee on Pine Avenue, one more swim, easy checkout.

Local tips

Take a sunset walk, then keep dinner casual nearby.

Use the pool for a quiet afternoon break.

Plan by month

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