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Cottage By The Sea

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Private hot tub or use as a plunge pool in the summer!
Welcome Home!
Private Parking
Lovely Pavers
St Pete Beach and Blind Pass Inlet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 583.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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St Pete Beach, FL
  • Corey Ave
    5 min walk
  • Upham Beach Park
    13 min walk
  • Upham Beach
    3 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)
    20 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cottage By The Sea

Come enjoy this lovely beach house only 150 yards from Blind Pass Inlet and within easy walking distance to stunning St Pete Beach! Recently remodeled, your vacation home features new furnishings, upgrades to bathroom and kitchen, new kitchen tile, and a refurbished 1950’s wood floor throughout family room and bedrooms. You’ll delight in the modern decor and beach hues providing a perfect backdrop for après sun relaxation. The living room boasts a 50” TV, with plenty of spots to lounge, and there are two twin-sized fold-out beds hidden in credenzas in case guests can’t quite make it home. The kitchen is fully equipped and flows into an open dining area with windows on all sides. For sleeping accommodations, you’ll enjoy 2 bedrooms awash with an abundance of natural light. The primary features a King bed while the 2nd bedroom offers a Queen bed with office area. Take your living space outside in this oversized backyard and patio with privacy fencing ideal for pets and children. Slow down and enjoy relaxing in your own private hot tub. As for location, the cheerful island of St Pete Beach is the perfect answer to all your vacation needs. Beaches, restaurants, local haunts, Jimmy Buffet style beach bars, and Historic Corey Avenue are all within walking or biking distance.

Beach Living:
It’s time to live the beach life! Your beach bungalow is located just a short walk from renowned St. Pete Beach's strand on the Gulf of Mexico. Recently selected as the country’s top beach destination and heralded for its jaw-dropping sunsets, St Pete Beach makes for an ideal vacation getaway. Only blocks away are boat rentals, para-sailing, stand up paddle boards, fishing, dolphin watch cruises, jet skis, kayaks and almost any watersport imaginable.

Dining:
Recommended local dining includes Jimmy B’s Beach Bar and Bistro which features free sunset shooters and live music - every night. Also try Shark Tale’s Waterfront dining, Taps and Tapas, 1200 Chop House, Sola Bistro and Wine Bar, and 82 Degrees. All are accessible on foot or by bike.

Entertainment:
Stroll to historic Corey Ave where you will find specialty shops, dog groomers, dining all day and into the evening as well as a fresh market on Sundays. Or take a Trolley into downtown St. Petersburg and peruse the Salvador Dali Museum of Fine Arts and take in a Broadway play at the Mahaffey Theater of Performing Arts. You'll love Beach Drive where you can dine at one of several five star restaurants or enjoy shopping and gelato. For kids and adults alike, Tampa Bay’s Busch Gardens or Adventure Island provide a full day of thrills.

Property manager

Kelly Strom
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

St. Pete Beach

Located in St. Pete Beach, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Salvador Dali Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Tampa Bay. Travelling with kids? Consider Splash Island Water Park and Ted Williams Museum and Hitters Hall of Fame. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Pete Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • Upham Beach - 3 min drive
  • Splash Island Water Park - 3 min drive
  • Pass-a-Grille Beach - 4 min drive
  • Sunset Beach - 6 min drive
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bouys Waterfront Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ka'Tiki - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Grille - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Waterfront - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage By The Sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage By The Sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage By The Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage By The Sea located?

This family-friendly St. Pete Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Corey Ave and Upham Beach Park. Splash Island Water Park and Upham Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., San Antonio, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage by the Sea
Nice walk to Upham Beach for daily walk/swim. Backyard very pleasant and green. Host communicative and helpful. Great kitchen and comfy living room. Highly recommend.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of paradise
Great location, walking distance to the beach, bars, restaurants & parks. The backyard is a beautiful getaway within itself!
Stayed 33 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Vacation Destination
We stayed a month in this property in St. Pete’s Beach. The house was everything you could want on a vacation. The grounds are beautiful with a large yard that offers privacy, a bbq, a hammock and even an outdoor shower. The kitchen is large and well equipped. It is flooded with natural light. The bedrooms are both comfortable. The agents were always available to answer any questions. It is within walking distance of stores, bar’s, restaurants and the community pool. We felt welcomed there and hope to return.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunny house in a great location
My husband and I stayed here for a month, and we very much enjoyed it. The kitchen was well-stocked, the bed was comfortable, and everything was clean. A real plus was the sunroom off the kitchen--palm trees thru the windows and a large table to spread out our laptop and stuff. We loved the beautiful fenced backyard, which has been recently landscaped. The dog loved it too! St Pete Beach has a fabulous sandy beach on the Gulf, one of the best beaches in the world. It's walkable to the beach from the house, but it's a 15-20 minute walk. With beach bag and chairs, that was too far to walk for us. We generally drove to the beach access parking lot, which fills up early and costs $3.75/hour. The property manager was available, responsive to our requests, and answered all our questions.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
We moved to Florida from NC so the property was our home for two months. Kelly and Alyssa were amazing to work with and very responsive. We loved the location and accessibility of the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 63 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Winter Getaway 2022
We had a wonderful stay at the Cottage by the Sea in January and February. The house was perfectly set up for us and our 2 silken windhounds. We truly enjoyed the warm weather and made good use of the patio in the back yard. We were able to easily walk to the beach and Corey Avenue for the market and shopping and enjoyed exploring the surrounding communities. We highly recommend the Cottage by the Sea for travelers looking to stay in a nice neighborhood by the beach.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Easy
Great stay for 5 weeks. Walking distance to so many options. Great choice for long getaway.
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B., Bradenton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location & Clean Property
My wife, dog and I stayed here for two months while in between houses. The home was perfect for our needs during that time. We were able to work from home and the backyard is fenced which was perfect for letting our dog out! Location is awesome, you are a quick walk to great bars & restaurants, while also being close to Upham Beach. Kelly and the property managers were very accommodating. It was a pleasure staying here and would consider coming back when our new home is under renovation!
Stayed 60 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot for Snowbirds!
We had an amazing 2-month stay in St. Pete Beach! The house was in great condition with lots of outdoor space in the backyard. It's in a quiet local neighborhood within walking distance of a nice gym, the beach and great restaurants right on the water! Kelly & Alyssa were very responsive and accommodating to our schedules during check in / out and gave ample notice any time work needed to be done on the property. One piece of advice: bring your bug spray!! While the backyard is gorgeous, mosquitos come out in full force at dawn & dusk - we ended up purchasing some outdoor candles & lots of bug spray to mitigate while enjoying the beautiful backyard. Overall, we highly recommend this space for anyone looking to escape the cold winter months up north!
Stayed 60 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a winter escape
We enjoyed this property for a two month stay. It had all the comforts of home including a well stocked kitchen, plenty of linens, a grill and a serene backyard. Thanks to Kelly for making the stay memorable.
Stayed 70 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home and Relaxing Beach Getaway
I really enjoyed my stay here! It is a gorgeous home with plenty of room and is very close to the beach. I was impressed by how clean the house was when I arrived. The owner was very friendly and quick to respond to anything I needed throughout my stay. I could go on and on about this home, but if you are looking for a clean, gorgeous, relaxing getaway at the beach, you need to book this place! I will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stacie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute Paradise
The actual property is even better than the pictures online and the pictures are incredible. Kelly is one of the nicest people I have ever met. She is super helpful, always quick to respond and give suggestions on things to do and places to go. I spent close to 3 months in the house as I my first stop in my move to Florida and I absolutely fell in love with the house and the area!!
Stayed 80 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, easy walk to beach
Staying at Cottage by the Sea was an absolute delight! The kitchen has been fully renovated with new appliances, countertops & backsplash (this is not shown in the current photos). We spent most of our time on the outdoor deck which really is an extension of the home. It makes the place seem much bigger than it is. It is equipped with grill, table with umbrella and outdoor string lights which really creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The landscaping is very tropical and is a constant reminder you are on vacation.The house is walkable to the beach (1/2 mile) and there are serveral restaurants that we passed a long the way. I would recommend you stop at a few of them. We will definitely be back to this home for our future visits to St. Pete Beach. Highly recommend!!

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Great Stay!
This is our second year staying at this wonderful house. It's walking distance from the beach and lots of great restaurants and activities. The kitchen eating area and outside seating areas are where we spend all our time as they are so bright and cheerful. Working with Kelly is a huge pleasure. Definitely a gem in St. Pete Beach!
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna G., St. Petersburg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute comfortable bungalow!
We enjoyed our 2 week stay here. The home is nicely decorated, the beds comfortable, and it is a great value for the nightly rate. The landscaping is lush and soothing and the backyard is private and quiet. I highly recommend this home as an affordable and comfortable stay, close to the beach and convenient to everything! PS: Try TuttoRosso around the corner>> fantastic Italian food, and authentic (and they deliver)!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home. Perfect Location!
What a great place to stay! The house is very spacious, I loved the kitchen/dining area and that it had so much natural light. The large fenced in backyard is another great perk. The park at the end of the street made for some relaxing sunsets by the water, and the beach is just a short walk with many bars and restaurants along the way to choose from if you get hungry or need a drink!

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect St. Pete getaway
Such an adorable beach cottage! Everything was just perfect. Great location, beautiful decor, super clean and everything you need was there for you to use. I brought my dog Willow, she loved the large backyard and it is a cute neighborhood to walk around. It is so close to the water that you can walk down and watch the boats go by. Kelly was great Host and beyond accommodating to all our needs. I would definitely recommend this Cottage by the Sea!

10/10 Excellent

Ray S., Barnum,Mn.

Fun in the sun
Kelly was very happy to help with any problems or questions, as usual. Would definitely recommend her.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Beautiful; Walk To Beach
Thoroughly enjoyed our time here with family and friends. What a pretty little neighborhood that is easily walkable to beach, restaurants, and bars. Would definitely recommend and return!

10/10 Excellent

Mary&Lance D., SAN DIEGO

Wonderful!
Beautiful, comfortable cottage in a great location!
Stayed 62 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Evelyn B.

Fabulous home/great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 month stay at Kelly's house. Everything was perfect. The location is great--close to everything so that we could walk wherever we wanted. The fenced yard was great for our dogs. The house itself was very comfortable with everything we needed. We would highly recommend "Cottage by the Sea." Kelly is great to work with! Our only regret is that we didn't inquire about 2019 earlier, because we would have loved to stay there again. Wonderful neighborhood!
Stayed 59 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Cherry W.

Great location but short on cleanliness & amenities
We had a pleasant 6 week stay at this home. The location was excellent, close to beaches, shopping, great restaurants & a community center. The front yard was really nice, the back room lovely and bright and it was nice having the garage for extra storage. We should have studied the listing more closely, as it had no dishwasher and we cook a lot at home We also felt the kitchen was not stocked well. Also, felt the linens & towels were old, and fact that there were no mattress pads was creepy. We ended up buying towels, a mattress topper and mattress pad. The place appeared clean, but the air filters & vents were dirty, the stove dirty and the rugs & couch pillows questionable. An attempted bath resulted in flakes of white in the water. Showering, luckily was OK. The refrigerator light went out while we were there. The manager sent a handyman out, but he couldn’t fix it. She said that it would cost $100 (we weren’t clear whether that was our or her cost) so it wasn’t fixed. Although the manager/owner Kelly was relatively responsive she was not eager to please. Given the cost of this home we expected more, so we will not stay here again.
Stayed 47 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Beautiful beach cottage with character.
I loved the location, close to all the restaurants, walking distance to the St.Pete beach, a bike ride away to Treasure Island beach,. The house was everything i wanted in a bungalow from the open concept to the outdoor shower, The decor was adorable and the house is supplied well with everything i needed. Definitely would consider renting it again. The landlord, Kelly was also always very attentive to my needs.
Stayed 196 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Peter F.

A totally enjoyable bungalow with a good , fenced back yard. Just perfect for our Yokie.
Great location. Walk to beach, good eats. A friendly owner who was always prompt and very accommodating. Nicely renovated bungalow. The dining area/solarium took us in. Spent more time there than anywhere else in the house, even the bedroom.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2017

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Hosted by Kelly Strom

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Kelly J. Strom, B.A., M.S., RSPS, REALTOR®
Resort and Second Home Property Specialist

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