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A glass table with two chairs on a balcony overlooking a body of water with buildings in the background. - 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! (Indian Shores)
A spacious living area with a dining table surrounded by wicker chairs, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of a residential area. - 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! (Indian Shores)
A beach with clear waters, a white bird, and distant buildings. - 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! (Indian Shores)
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a view of a body of water through large windows. - 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! (Indian Shores)
A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and two wicker bar stools. - 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! (Indian Shores)
140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! provides laundry facilities and more. Adventurous travelers may like the bicycling at this condo. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

  • Please see MORE THAN 140 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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on balcony ONLY!

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet
  • Water dispenser

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great for children! Quiet hours after 10:00 PM.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on balcony ONLY!

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
Onsite 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Indian Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby. Visit our Indian Shores travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A pink hotel with a beach and ocean in the background.
    St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A fountain with water spouting from three pipes, surrounded by a tiled pool and trees.
    Town Square Nature Park
    5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • A waterfront area with docked boats, a pier, and buildings with commercial signs.
    John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    20 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Raymond James Stadium with a large advertisement and a parking garage.
    Raymond James Stadium
    56 min drive - 53.7 km
  • Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl. Airport (PIE)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Original Crabby Bills
    4 min drive
  • Wendy's
    6 min drive
  • PJ's Oyster Bar
    4 min drive
  • Time Out
    6 min drive
  • Salt Rock Grill
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 140+ 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 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 140+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer! located?

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

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

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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. 143 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay at Darryl and Isabel Indian Shores condos. Wonderful location and accommodations. Very responsive to any questions or issues.Will be returning in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kekoa K.

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

Great stay great location

Very comfortable condo with excellent amenities and a great location. Really an unbeatable value for what we were looking for!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Darren G.

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

Great place & vacation

Very clean property. More updated than in pictures which was a nice surprise. Great location for peace and R&R
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

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

Great place

Great location, was well looked after and clean. Owner was very friendly and responsive to the few questions we had. We had an amazing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful time. The condo was perfectly located near the beach and fishing. There was plenty of space for our family of four. We happened to be here over the Fourth of July and the patio was the best spot to watch fireworks.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

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

Wonderful View

Great location. Wonderful to sit on balcony and see the dolphins and boats.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosemarie F.

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

Always a nice time

We needed some R & R and this is a great place to catch it. New carpet and everything you need for your home away from home feel.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JM

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

Beautiful and very spacious place close to the beach

Owner was very quick to respond when I needed to communicate. Place was clean and up-to-date. Rooms were very spacious. Quick walking distance to the beach. Beautiful view from the balcony. So saw many dolphins from the balcony. A/C worked amazingly well. Highly recommend and would definitely rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gordon Harvey C.

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

Love mariners point

Great location, beautiful condo. Hope to go back there. The condo could use a little freshening up.😊
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Great stay

Condo is conveniently located. Walking distance to the beach. Full kitchen, nice balcony view. Garage was great to keep car cool. Lots of beach toys and beach accessories for kids. Easy communication with host. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry J.

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

Indian Shores Jewel

We have stayed at this unit every January for several years. Great location and view of the Intercoastal.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Perfect as always

Lost count I’d the number of times we have stayed at Darryl and Isabel’s two condos. Amazing views. Masses of space. A real home from homes what more could you ask for
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shana H.

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

Great location and spacious

My 2 children and I (ages 8 & 10) had a wonderful stay. We saw dolphins in the intracoastal and in the gulf. The condo is spacious and the owners are very responsive. I loved being able to park in the garage and use the beach buggy and toys so we didn’t have to bring ours. A quick walk to the gulf makes the location great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monya v.

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

Condo

Great view and spacious
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa G.

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

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

Pure Paradise

We had the most amazing time during our week stay in Indian Shores. The property was super nice and clean, with an amazing view of the intercostal waterway. We got to watch the dolphins pass through a couple times, and the beach is directly across the street. The owner was quick to answer any question we had, and even left us a welcome basket. We highly recommend staying at this place, and hope to come back soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Crystal C.

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

Paradise

The condo was amazing and as advertised! Darryl was quick with answers to all my questions! Highly recommend this condo if anyone is looking for a location close to Tampa/Clearwater! This condo is in a nice quiet relaxing location steps from the beach! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendra L.

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

Perfect absolutely perfect

This location was amazing!!! Rooms are exactly as pictured. View of Bay was beautiful! Space is large and was very clean! Very short walk to beach and the items in the garage to use at the beach made our stay easy and enjoyable. Thank you so much!!! My family needed exactly this!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesa W.

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

Winter Week in FL

This condo offer spectacular views from main living space & master! Having a private garage filled with loads of beach equipment especially a heavy duty wagon was a real plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ginny M.

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

Awesome condo in quiet neighborhood near beach

We enjoyed our 17-day stay at this lovely condo in Indian Shores! Darryl and Isabel were great hosts, and we felt welcomed and at home from the start. Spacious and clean, with awesome views of the intercoastal waterway from the main living area, master bedroom, and balcony. The unit is just steps away from a private pier on the intercoastal (with kayak launch), and a short walk to the Gulf beaches. Close to the trolley stop, and convenient to restaurants, cafes, shopping, etc. This unit is toward the back of the complex away from Gulf Blvd, and very peaceful.
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanda B.

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

Indian Shores 2024

We enjoyed our stay at Gulf Retreat in Indian Shores. The unit was just as described. Quiet, spacious unit with beautiful views of the intercoastal waterway from our windows. Easy walk to the beach. Owner provided beach chairs, etc. Owner was also very responsive when we had a little issue with the fridge. Talked us through the problem. We also received a welcome package upon arrival. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Clean and spacious

Our family of 4 enjoyed our stay in this large and very clean condo. The unit is nicely decorated with comfortable furniture and beds. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to make meals at home. The views are awesome allowing us to watch dolphins from the porch. The proximity to the beach made it an easy walk back and forth which was helped by the beach wagon provided. There is a nice launch spot for kayaks right near the unit as well. The welcome gift basket and note were a nice touch. One downside was that the fishing pier that is in the listing is not usable which was a bit disappointing. Overall we would definitely recommend this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liya G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and place itself was exceptional. The owner was very responsive and welcome. We had a little hiccup though. The fridge on the property where we stayed did not working properly. It was very loud, it was impossible to sleep. We did contact the owner. He said that he will take care of it, but for some reasons the issue wasn't solved. We had to unpOther
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jan N.

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