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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8124 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. Petersburg, FL
  • Tampa Bay
    16 min walk
  • Derby Lane
    3 min drive
  • Weedon Island Preserve
    10 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.)
    10 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common spaces

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Stunning Waterfront Views and Private Pool

---Please read description and house rules before requesting to book---

Please note that the price is based upon two guests and additional guests will incur a fee of $15 per guest per night; this is to keep prices affordable for our snowbirds and to recover costs for additional wear and tear and added utilities and cleaning. If there is any chance that the number of guests may increase beyond what you have on the original reservation you need to let us know BEFORE booking. Additional guest requests will not be able to be accommodated after the request has been approved.

Please also note that we are unable to offer early check in or late check out.

From the moment you arrive at our home you'll be surrounded by spectacular water views. The open floor plan makes it easy for everyone to spend time together, but having bedrooms on either side of the house also allows for privacy.
Walk through the back door to the screened-in pool overlooking the water. The back of the house faces southwest and the pool is in direct sunlight. Enjoy a glass of wine while watching for manatees and dolphins in the canal and watch the flying fish. Bring your friends and family--the house sleeps eight with two queen beds, two twin beds, a pull out sofa bed-- and bring your kayaks and stand up paddle boards and row out to Wheedon Island Preserve and explore the mangrove trails. You can also rent jet skis for the day. The boat launch is just over a mile from the house but you can launch kayaks and SUPs from the dock at high tide. Rent a boat, with or without a captain, and get picked up at the dock.

The house is equipped with dishes and close to everything. We'll provide you with toiletries to get you started, but please know the house is self-catered so you'll need to purchase paper products and the like for the rest of your stay. Visit the vibrant and newly renovated Saint Pete Pier, just 7 miles away, and photograph the incredible billowing net sculpture, then dine at some of the Bay Area's finest restaurants. Relax at the country's top-rated beaches, including the #1 rated beach in the United States, Saint Pete Beach. Clearwater beach is also just 17 miles away. Fort DeSoto park and beach, ranked the #1 family beach, is just under a half hour away. Orlando is a 90 minute drive. If you tire of the glorious sun and sand, spend the day exploring the Dali Museum, The Chihuly Exhibit, or the Museum of Fine Arts in downtown Saint Pete, or wander through the Sunken Gardens, catch a game at Tropicana Field or catch a performance at Mahaffey Theater; all are fifteen minutes away.

Please note that for your security and the security of the property there are cameras outside at the entrances to the house and at the pool controls.

PS. If you are booking during November - April, the price to heat the pool is included in the rate. If you are staying May - October, when most guests typically would not need heat, there is an additional fee of $20 per day for the pool heat to be turned on. If the pool heat is turned on it will be set for 82 degrees and guests cannot adjust temperature. There are cameras on the controls and touching the pool controls is grounds for eviction due the the high cost of damage that can result. I will also receive alerts on my phone.

Property manager

Kelly Sorensen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

St. Petersburg

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Riviera Bay, a neighbourhood in St. Petersburg. Salvador Dali Museum and MacDill Air Force Base are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit John's Pass Village & Boardwalk and Tampa Riverwalk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Tropicana Field or Raymond James Stadium.
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St. Petersburg, FL

What's nearby

  • Sunken Gardens - 9 min drive
  • Tampa Bay Grand Prix - 9 min drive
  • Vinoy Park - 11 min drive
  • Tropicana Field - 12 min drive
  • Salvador Dali Museum - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 20 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kahunas Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Glory Days Grill - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning Waterfront Views and Private Pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Waterfront Views and Private Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Waterfront Views and Private Pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Waterfront Views and Private Pool located?

Located in Riviera Bay, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Tampa Bay and within 6 miles (10 km) of Weedon Island Preserve and The Shoppes at Park Place. Sawgrass Lake Park and Great Explorations Children's Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property
We've stayed in many houses in the St. Pete's area and this is the best location yet. Nicely appointed house with a great location and view. The pool area was very nice and being on the canal offered a very relaxing environment. The property manager was great at communicating and very responsive to questions. We had no issues during the entire stay with the place. We will definately stay here on our next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay
We had a blast, the property was exactly as described, super clean and in the perfect location for our family. Host was amazing, easy to work with and quick to respond to questions. Best VRBO experience yet and I would recommend to anyone wanting a great experience in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater/Tampa area.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Every morning we would get up and drive to a beach, 25-45 minutes to some amazing beaches. We would retreat back to this place for late afternoon relaxing at the pool and grilling. The pool was great, clean and warm. The view of the water from the house is awesome, the dock was really fun to fish and watch the dolphins. The house had everything we needed for the stay. Host was helpful with so many tips for the area. If we go back to this area, we would rent here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February in Florida
Conveniently located and a relaxing and quiet area. Nice retreat. Had all the amenities that we needed. Would stay here again if we were to come back to area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
J70 Sailors
We had a great stay while racing in the J70 World Championships at St Petersburg Yacht Club. There were no surprises, everything was as expected. Kelly was quick to respond to all our questions, the house was perfect and we had a great time. I would recommend this house to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Location and outdoor area
I stayed with my family for a few days on our way over to Orlando. The house was a great location with fantastic outdoor set up. The dock was very nice, and the boys fished most of the day and caught tons of fish. The pool was just the right size with a spa suitable for my smallest child. It was nice to be able to be at pool and still watch the boys fishing. We walked to Starbucks each morning and the neighbor is quaint and felt safe. St. Pete pier and nice restaurants were a short drive away. The furniture was all in good condition and the house was as shown. Finally, the owner Kelly communicated very well and was very helpful. I would definitely stay here again. It was the perfect long weekend rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

J B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great owner!
Stayed with friends for a visit with friends who live near by. Location was perfect, many restaurants and stores near by. Pool was great! Clean and well appointed. Communication with the owner was great, very helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Time
Wonderful place. Beautiful views and the kids loved the pool. Absolutely amazing communication with owner. Would definitely recommend and revisit. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Florida
plenty of room, good location to explore local area, pool a must for youngest child. Manager readily available and very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami W., Hamilton, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weatherholt Family
We have stayed at this location for 3 years in a row. The pool is amazing, very comfortable beds, stocked kitchen. Management answers any questions right away. Great for families!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Daughter’s 15th Birthday
We did a girls’ trip for my daughter’s birthday. 2 adults and 2 15y/o. Space was perfect for our needs. Rooms, beds, pool and dock. The location was centrally located to everything we wanted and needed. Plenty of food options, grocery stores and museums. The house provided plenty of essentials like coffee, blankets, pillows, towels and beach stuff. The kitchen was fully stocked and then some. There is also a Roku to be able to steam tv and radio. The pool felt great and nice breeze on the dock. There were a few cons to take notice of. The bed sheets were scratchy and I had to sleep on top of comforter with a blanket instead. The master bedroom doesn’t get adequate air flow. It never really cooled. Overall though it was great! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Traveled with a friend and my two kids. The layout, location, and pool was great. The kitchen had all the utensils/dishes/etc needed. I walked the neighborhood every morning. It was very peaceful with variety of foliage/flowers and wildlife. Would definitely stay again. Very few cons that really didn’t have an impact on my stay. As others mentioned, the bed sheets are very stiff. I found another, set that was a little better, in the closet. The sliding door out to the pool is a struggle to open/close. It’s just a heavy door and doesn’t have a handle to grip. So, I often found it open because my kids (8 and 9) struggled to close it. Two very minor things. Check out was easy. Just tidy up and make sure things are where you found them. Throw the pool towels in the laundry and start the dishwasher. The house rules concern, other commented on, were not an issue. They seemed fairly straightforward.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
We really enjoyed our time there
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, beautiful home!
The house was very clean and comfortable for our stay! The bed and pillows in the master were very comfortable. Pool was great to relax in after the beach. Dock is older but still great to sit out on and read a book. We had a dolphin come right to the dock on the 1st day! Home is in a residential area that felt very safe. Only downfall is how far it is from the beach (est 20ish min) but we managed. Kelly was super responsive and easy to work with. The rules in the listing can first appear overwhelming but were easy to follow in reality. This is a good location for those that can understand/respect this is someone’s home not a hotel. Overall a great stay and would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
Overall nice place. I give honest reviews with Pros and Cons. Pros- great location for restaurants, and between Tampa and Clearwater, house is nicely decorated and furnished well inside and out. Beds were extremely comfortable except for sheets. Pool was clean with a great view of canal with dock. Caught a few catfish but nothing else. Cons- Booking process could be less difficult, coffee maker needs replaced-cleaned didn't even use it. Sheets need fabric softner they were very stiff. I believe every rental should have at least basic cable or free streaming service for the price you have to pay. Overall with a few things corrected I would highly recommend this place. With one recommendation for home owner it would be nice to have lights on the dock and it even attracks fish for night fishing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lanette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay!
My family very much enjoyed our 5 day stay. Communication with the owner and the location were our favorite parts of this rental. Quiet location but in short distance of all that St Petersburg and Tampa have to offer. We travel often to the area and will certainly be back’
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved Our Stay!
My friends and I were attending the Taylor Swift concert in Tampa and we had to book last minute. Kelly was so personable and great to communicate with from the beginning! The place was so clean and even ready a bit early for us to check in. Kelly had very clear instructions and they were super easy to follow when it comes to check out. She was very responsive and helpful and I couldn't have asked for any better! There was a beautiful view outside form the pool and I'm so glad we were able to book with Kelly in time! If you need a weekend getaway or a brief visit to Tampa, this location is a great spot to do so!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely home with a great view!
Our family of 4 spent a week in St Petersburg and absolutely want to go back. Our goal was to rent a house with a pool. This house did not disappoint. It was very clean when we arrived. The pool was clean and well taken care of. We enjoyed many days in the pool as a family. We enjoyed looking out into the canal, watching the boats go by, seeing the ducks in the water with their ducklings, and laying out on the dock. My interaction with the owner was fantastic. We shared many messages back and forth regarding the must see places in St Petersburg. She was a 5 star host! If you want to vacation in a quieter area, but close to all things for a beach type of vacation, this is the place! So many options for your family.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Christie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
The property was as stated in the post, and we enjoyed the water access and pool. Unfortunately due to the extremity of the “rules” associated with this rental, I can’t say we’d stay here again. We found ourselves constantly referring to the lengthy check in instructions for every move we made and were nervous to do or touch most everything for fear of claims/extra charges. I’d suggest asking for these rules/instructions prior to renting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for families
Perfect space, great pool, and Kelly is very responsive to all questions you may have. Beautiful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Backyard Oasis
The house was very clean, roomy and included everything we needed. But the best part was the backyard pool lanai with an overview of the waterway. My family would definitely rent again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in St Pete
The house is just as the pictures present it. Communication with the owner was quick and very helpful. The house was clean and well furnished. The pool area was the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, comfortable oasis!
My partner and daughters and I just returned from 10 days at Kelly's home, and we could not have been happier with our choice! Communication with Kelly prior to arrival was thorough, friendly, and prompt, as it remained during our stay. The house is beautifully decorated, and the pool area and dock were where we spent most of our time. The house is close to everything but in a quiet cul-de-sac, which allowed us all to completely relax. We had a wonderful time and would absolutely stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Checked all the boxes
Very nice property. Checked all the boxes for our family while visiting other family. Thank you Kelly!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommend!
We truly enjoyed our week-long stay in this home. Our family of five was very comfortable here. The kids loved the pool and catching catfish off the dock. Great location near many stores and restaurants. A nice place to relax and enjoy the beautiful weather. Kelly was a fabulous host and very responsive to our questions. Would definitely rent this house again. Thanks so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kelly Sorensen

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I am an avid reader, intrepid traveler, shameless gourmet, unapologetic beer snob, and a wannabee artist / designer. I have a PhD in industrial and organizational psychology and teach executives how to mitigate their natural tendency to behave like Michael Scott.
In short, I am basically the stereotypical NPR listener. I am a fan of The New Yorker. I love cities with great food, great culture, and the great outdoors. Charleston, New Orleans, San Francisco, and of course Saint Pete are some of my favorite places to visit. I've walked the Great Wall in China, visited the oldest extant town in Denmark, gone on safari in Kenya, and been kissed on the mouth by a baby elephant in Zimbabwe. I love yoga, but do it badly and infrequently. I married a Bostonian with all of the implications that entails regarding professional sports. I own five different coffee-making devices and a milk frother (but in my defense, two are at the Saint Pete house). I believe that life is incomplete without a dog (even on vacation), and that the very best kind of dog to have is a boxer, but am willing to agree that whatever kind of dog you own is probably second best.
I'm the kind of person who takes her kids on a trip to New Orleans and surprises them with the most historically accurate ghost walk tour she could find, and who completely fails to recognize that her kids would prefer less historical accuracy and more sensationalism.
I live in DC, but have love affairs with other cities on-the-side. I enjoy nice hotels, but ones with character (e.g., The Arctic Club in Seattle, The Roosevelt in NOLA) and "divey" ethnic restaurants as well as fine dining. Independent coffee shops, bakeries, and book stores are some of the best things in life. I believe no one should ever have to drink bad coffee. I appreciate being surrounded by beautiful things and the soothing effects of being near the water. I believe in adventure, good food and drink, and sharing all of those things with others.

Why they chose this property

I chose this house for the water and the comfortable layout. I love to entertain with family and friends and I love nature. The wall of windows at the back of the house blurs the line between indoors and outdoors, and the light reflecting off both the pool and the canal is magical. In the morning I like to sit on the dock with a cup of coffee and watch for the dolphins or manatees or launch my kayak (sadly, my insurance guy won't allow me to share it with you) and paddle from the house to Wheedon. There are great photo opportunities and we've even passed manatees who like to come into the canal when the weather gets cool.

I also love the proximity to all of the cultural attractions that Saint Pete has to offer as well as the proximity to some of the best beaches in the world. I enjoy exploring the outdoors and trying new restaurants, and there are so many wonderful places nearby, including Noble Crust for upscale Italian and Southern and Mazzaro's Italian Market. The house affords easy access to Tampa as well, and is close enough to do a day trip to Disney or Universal. I also like that I can launch a stand up paddleboard or our kayak from the dock.

What makes this property unique

I love the open floor plan and the stunning views from almost every room. Swim in the pool while watching for dolphins. Take your stand up paddle board or kayak out to the nature preserve. Visit all the independently owned shops and restaurants in Saint Pete and do a tour of the murals.

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