115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!

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Imagine boats passing by, just off your balcony!

Entertainment center with expanded cable TV offering, stereo, VCR and DVD

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Indian Shores, FL

Splash Harbour Water Park4 min drive
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk14 min drive
Sand Key Park22 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)42 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Please see MORE THAN 115 five-star reviews from our previous guests! They've all loved it, and we're sure you will, too!

FANTASTIC VIEWS from waterfront top (third) floor unit on Intercoastal Waterway. Watch wild birds, dolphins, manatee and boats from very private balcony (you do not see, and are not seen from, other units). Private Garage, Pool, Quiet, Grill, Tranquility, Family Friendly, compete kitchen, Washer/Dryer.

The best water views and comforts kept our guests coming back to our Gulf Retreat 1 (VRBO Listing 43893). Now there's Gulf Retreat 2! The same floor plan, amenities and luxury appointments as our Gulf Retreat 1. Most importantly, the same fabulous VIEWS, and just a few feet away, in the same condo association.

Endless miles of wide white sand, never-crowded beach is easy access across street, great for walking, jogging, hiking, biking, fishing, and sunsets. Great location on beautiful Sand Key Island about midway between Clearwater and St. Pete beaches. Private fishing pier with bench on Intercoastal Waterway.

Spacious 1400 square feet with cathedral ceilings, open space design, large master bedroom that overlooks Intercoastal Waterway and opens onto balcony. Quiet, only four units in building. Deluxe completely furnished in 'Key West' style with king bed in master bedroom, two twin beds in guest bedroom with superior mattresses, queen-size sleep sofa, private single-car garage with remote openers.

Washer/Dryer in unit. Refrigerator with ice/water dispenser. Heated pool on grounds.

• Water views, water views, water views!
• Just steps to beach (approx. 150 yards)
• Washer/Dryer in unit
• Business Class cable internet and WiFi
• Upgraded digital cable TV package
• Private 1 car garage
• much more!

Restrictions: 7 day minimum. No elevator, you will walk up two flights of stairs (but wait until you see the view!!). Must be at least 25 to rent. Sorry, no pets are permitted. Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM. (This is not a party building.)

Keywords: Condominium Waterfront

Property manager

Darryl Glenn

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Water view

North-facing balcony with fabulous views up the intercoastal waterway.

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Great for children! Quiet hours after 10:00 PM.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed on balcony ONLY!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Indian Shores

Located in Indian Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Rita's Ice Cream. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 3 min walk
Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min drive
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 14 min drive
Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 21 min drive
Sand Key Park - 22 min drive

Getting around

St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

The Original Crabby Bills - 4 min drive
Wendy's - 6 min drive
Goose's Sports Bar - 6 min drive
Salt Rock Grill - 3 min drive
PJ's Oyster Bar - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! have a pool?

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

Is 115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 115+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! located?

This family-friendly Indian Shores condo is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf. Splash Harbour Water Park and Town Square Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Monya v.

5 Jan 2024

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

Condo

Great view and spacious

Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jane K.

22 Nov 2016

Perfect week in Indian Shores

Me and my family stayed there for a week in Oct2016. Nice big condo to stay with family, there is everyting you need for cooking and everyday life, all the supplies are bit old, but everything works just fine. We loved the location and the view from living room and master bedroom and of course the balcony! The beach, which is just a few minutes to walk to, is superb...white sand, calm sea and very few people, which I enjoyed the most! I would recommend it to anyone, nice quite place to spend your holiday. And special thanks to Darryl and Isabel for being such a great hosts! :)

6/10 Okay

Jan N.

18 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Attractive Beach Condo - Unexpected Shortcomings

The condo overall was very spacious, lots of closets & storage, nice furnishings, comfortable Master Bed & close to the beach. The Master had a full-wall window bringing in the view. Though there was a nice balcony overlooking the Intracoastal, it could not be utilized as workman in a boat blasted a boombox Mon-Fri. We spoke with the Dredging Co. on site who informed us they had been there the prior 2 wks & would continue for at least another 2 wks. The noise was deafening. Though the condo was outfitted very comfortably, there was a lot of deferred maintenance thru-out. The front door was poorly aligned & would not stay closed unless the deadbolt was engaged. The icemaker worked sporadically. There was peeling paint/drywall dropping from the ceiling in the Guest Bath with the shower vent almost clogged shut with dirt/dust. The wall behind the bed in the Master had blood smudged from bugs that were killed. A fake plant in the Master was covered in a thick build-up of dirt/dust. The Master WIC ceiling had signs of mildew/mold. The kitchen floor mats were very old, dirty & stained. The stained kitchen towels were in need of replacement. There were no screens on the sliding doors & the tracks could use cleaning/oiling to eliminate the loud noise when used. A deep cleaning of the premises including baseboards, windows, interior door jams plus touch-up paint where walls, doors & baseboards have scuff marks would make a big difference. Otherwise, the condo has a very good vibe.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

12 Apr 2024

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

Great location

Loved the neighborhood and views. Spacious unit. Got good exercise with the stairs:). Enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

30 Mar 2024

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

We loved Indian shores!

We had an amazing time during our stay! My family of 5 enjoyed every minute of our time at the property. We loved seeing the dolphins from the balcony, and the beach equipment was so handy for our short walks to the beach. The location is perfect. A small store right next door was very convenient. And we utilized the trolley to spend a day in John’s pass. I would love to make this a yearly destination

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Darryl Glenn

Isabel is from Spain and we met while I lived and worked there for ten years. During our years there we enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and especially staying in the quaint Bed and Breakfasts that are so typical there. We made notes of all of the things we liked and disliked about everywhere we stayed and planned to one day have somewhere unique and cozy of our own to offer to vacationers.

In 2000 work brought us to St. Petersburg, Florida. In 2004 we purchased a condo in Indian Shores, just a few miles from our home. We decorated it with nothing but the best (Isabel is an Interior Decorator and has her own business). As guests began to know us and word began to get around we soon had a steady flow of visitors and a full calendar. Just repeat visitors were nearly keeping the unit booked. In 2008 we decided to buy a second unit, with the exact same floor plan and the same extraordinary views, just a few steps away. We call them our Gulf Retreat 1 and Gulf Retreat 2.

Why they chose this property

We love Indian Shores because it is the quietest, most relaxed part of Sand Key, the barrier island that runs along the Gulf shore from St. Pete Beach to Clearwater. It is the narrowest part of the Sand Key, only 150-200 yards across where we are located. That means you can enjoy both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico only a few steps apart.

Indian Shores is the last part of the coastline in Pinellas County that preserves a small-town feel. Gulf Blvd. is still just a two-lane road and the speed limit is 35 m.p.h. There's is only one traffic light in Indian Shores. There isn't as much asphalt as you see to the south or north of us, a lot fewer high-rise buildings and none of the tourist traps. While you will find all the restaurants and conveniences you need near-by Indian Shores is still primarily a residential, family-oriented community.

What makes this property unique

Our view is of the Intercoastal Waterway, the body of water that separates Sand Key from the mainland. We love it because of all the boat traffic - it's fun to watch. The dolphins are always a joy to see, too. They are most active early in the morning or at sunset. Manatee are a little harder to spot, but are always around, too.

When the tide is low there is a sandbar that emerges from the water just off our balcony. The seabirds all come to feed there and it's wonderful entertainment.

And the Intracoastal Waterway is beautiful to behold at night, when the lights from the boats and other properties reflect off the surface. You must see it to appreciate it!

And of course the beach is just across the street. It takes just a couple of minutes to get there walking. It's never crowded and always relaxing. We have beach toys, inflatables, beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler... everything you need except a good book and suntan lotion! And we even have a handy cart to put everything in and wheel it across the street!