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Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf

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On the beach
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5129.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf

Private Beach Cottage 2 Bdrm 2 Full Baths And Large Living / Dinning Area.
This beautiful Private Beach cottage is located in Indian Shores Fl.

Perfect beach location with water bay views. Ideal for a family vacation or for a Romantic getaway for 2. Step out the back door and stroll the white sand beach. Fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms 2 full baths and a large living area. You can watch the sunset into the Gulf of Mexico every day from this beach cottage.

Enjoy old Florida. The Gulf of Mexico and private white sand beach is right out your door. Wade out to the shallow sand bar to explore for shells and sand dollars, or walk across the street to watch the yachts go by and fish in the bay. Old Timers call this part of the island "The Narrows" where the sand is just wide enough for a single row of homes. You are surrounded by beauty. Beach behind you, Bay in front of you ....It doesn't get much better than this !

Property manager

Carter Vacation Rentals

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,396 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Located Thinnest Part Barrier Island. Step Out Beach House
Located Thinnest Part Barrier Island. Step Out Beach
Located Thinnest Part Barrier Island. Step Out Beach House
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Located Thinnest Part Barrier Island. Step Out Beach
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About the area

Map
Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pinellas Trail - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Sand Key Park - 20 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Guilty Sea Sports Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Belleair Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Private family waterfront beach cottage. Best location step out to bay and gulf Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamara K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Little Bungalow
Quaint little bungalow footsteps from the beach! Location was perfect! It’s not fancy, and like others have stated, it could use a “refresh” on some of the furniture / paint, however, it was clean and all functional. If you like a low key location with a very quiet beach, you are laid back, and don’t need fancy furnishings/decor , then this place is perfect! Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jerrod v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location!
Great place. Loved walking out onto a non crowded beach!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tony and Lissy F., Hollywood fl

Fans / AC
The fans in the room wobble Ac needs to be clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhena G.

Old Florida cottage
Our stay was lovely. Perfect sisters/girl vacation. Old school Florida cottage steps from the gorgeous, quiet beach . Super easy check in/ check out process. Older, broken in furniture and decor. If you want fancy, this is not your spot. If you want Comfy, homey and relaxed , this is your place 💜 will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
2024 summer vacation
This is our 2nd year here and we will definitely do a 3rd year. We love the private beach. Everything you need for a perfect relaxing vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Nancy R.

Place needs to be updated
Too many things that need to be updated or fixed. the driveway, items in front should be removed, you can not get into the lane of traffic without backing into traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
Great little family beach trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

kellie k.

I was expecting more.
We stayed Mon - Fri expecting relaxing time .1st two bedroom 2 bath, No closets to hang clothes I made a pitcher of brewed ice tea.let it steep came back to get a glass of tea and it almost looked liked nastyness in the water... I had to by 5 gals of water and bag of Ice. Bathing , washing hair , skin felt yucky Was going go to Hotel daily to be able get a clean shower. the trail they show you to get to the beach is in the backyard neighbor house. one bathroom had towel& soap container mounted oh top of shower in one bath ,un useable for me no grab bar . Bathroom #2 stand up shower rust around shower wall . 3 windows didn't shut all way. Kitchen blinds 1 out of three shut 2 no way to shut. I feel like I paid way too much for this beach house paint chipping off celing bathroon. chipping off old doors in bathroom. No I would not recommend this beach house Pictures they post best be very old.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S., Brookfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Beach Cottage
This cottage is in a perfect location and had everything we needed for our week getaway! Steps to the beach for beautiful sunsets every night. Communication and check in was a breeze! Highly recommended! 5 stars!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brianne O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach house
Beach vacation with our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Nancy C.

February stay
We loved the location of the property and understand it’s an older property but it could use a little TLC with touch up paint etc and some new living room furniture!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful beachside cottage
My friends and I absolutely loved this quaint beachside cottage with perfect beach access. The patio is wonderful and everything was very comfortable. Thank you so much for your hospitality. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Vacation
We had everything we needed for our stay at the beach cottage. Beds were comfortable. Great private outdoor space. The beach was amazingly close and private. Indian Shores is beautiful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The house was as described. Perfect location to the beach. We stayed in October and the beach was not crowded. The driveway was hard to get in and out of especially with a larger car. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Marsha G., Underwood, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach bungalow
We loved the beach bungalow located in Indian Shores. Great location. The beach was never crowded and the beach chairs and umbrellas were great! I personally love the Old Florida vibes of the house. There are a few things that need attention including door knobs that fell off and burnt out lightbulbs but overall very minor things. My one complaint is the parking. We had two larger vehicles which made parking a nightmare but we made a work. Thank you to the hosts for sharing your house with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heather S., Alpharetta, Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage with easy beach access
Our family spent a wonderful week this cottage. We loved the easy access to the beach and also seemingly enjoyed the beach all to ourselves even during 4th of July. The house has great charm and the beds were comfortable. The living room/dining room furniture could use some updating but other than that we have no complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Perfect quiet getaway
Perfect quiet getaway on private beach just steps out the back door. A little disappointed as this is not good for shelling, but great for swimming. We had a very relaxing time and would come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura W., SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
Check in process was easy, and house was clean. We had everything we needed in the kitchen, as far as dishes and cookware, to make our meals, and we used the grill as well. There were several items available to use for the beach, such as chairs, inflatables and umbrella, which was great. It is just steps to the beach, and its far enough away from condos and public beach, so it was very quiet and peaceful. The only complaint I have is personal preference, the king size bed didn't have enough support for me and my husband, so we ended up switching rooms with the kids the last couple nights and taking the smaller bed that had a firmer mattress. Otherwise, great stay and would love to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach vacation
Very nice and cozy beach house, would definitely recommend staying with a small family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Nelson A., New York

Disliked: Cleanliness
Mixed review
Positives: Cute little bungalow in a great location, beautiful beach, sweet and helpful local residents, nearby markets, liquor stores, restaurants. Negatives: Old saggy mattresses, dirty floor (it should be easy to keep clean since there are no carpets!), dirty glasses, dingy bath towels need replacing, A.C. sounds like a 747 taking off (but it does cool beautifully!), patio area could used some attention (clean the grill, and the turquoise beach chairs are broken). Tiny little complaints: It might be nice to mention that there is actually a house between the you and the beach, the dining table wobbles, the beach towels should be by the BACK door (since that's your access to the beach), that huge palmetto in front makes parking a challenge, and it would be nice if the host left a hard copy of house rules, recycling guidelines, etc. Also, maybe an updated photo on the website. Having said all that, my sister and I had a GREAT TIME, and all my complaints shouldn't put you off of visiting a sweet little place to stay in a cute little town with a gorgeous beach!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Indian Rocks
Loved our week in Indian Rocks. Appreciated the close proximity to the beach and the ability to walk easily back and forth for needed items! I pitied the people hauling all of their beach gear from across the street. The house is a cute bungalow from the 1940s. Could definitely use a fresh coat of paint and some new furniture, but we weren’t there to spend time inside he house…just needed a place to sleep!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen J., San Jose, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved the location, just steps to the beach. Prompt response from management with questions. Very handy to have 2 bathrooms. My only critique would be the pull out couch-I would not plan on that being a viable sleeping option for someone. The other beds were great. We had a great time and would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Donna B.

Beach House Sun and Fun
We enjoyed our stay at this quaint beach cottage. It was such an easy walk to the beach. We enjoyed sitting on the patio. Biggest negatives were parking and age of bathrooms. There were no safety bars for showers. Strange bathroom off of kitchen with louvered see through doors. This would be difficult to use with another couple. Living room furniture is old and very uncomfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem in the middle of IRB!!
This little home is a wonderful place to stay! Within walking distance of shops, restaurants and most importantly, the beach!!! The beach is just steps away and very easily accessible. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to stay here again soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kandi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cute cottage, very well kept. Great location on gulf boulevard. We would stay again in the future.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022