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
A car is recommended 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 beach. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Russell Stadium or Florida Auto Exchange Stadium - Dunedin Blue Jays. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Indian Rocks Beach, FL
What's nearby
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk
Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary - 3 min drive
Splash Harbour Water Park - 5 min drive
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 12 min drive
Sand Key Park - 23 min drive
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Guilty Sea Sports Pub - 5 min drive
Wendy's - 8 min drive
Rita's Italian Ice - 5 min drive
Salt Rock Grill - 4 min walk
J D's Restaurant & Lounge - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Direct Gulf Front-Enjoy the Sound of the Waves have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Direct Gulf Front-Enjoy the Sound of the Waves pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Direct Gulf Front-Enjoy the Sound of the Waves?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Direct Gulf Front-Enjoy the Sound of the Waves?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Direct Gulf Front-Enjoy the Sound of the Waves located?
Situated on the beach, this condo building is steps away from St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf. Town Square Nature Park and Belleair Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
I had to spend 3 hours upon arrival cleaning. The plates, silverware and glassware were in the cupboards dirty and greasy with food chunks all over them. The tile floor was black in spots like it had never been washed. The bathroom was disgusting- toilet covered in poop. The shower head was completely covered in black mold.the The sink did not drain. We actually had to replace the shower head- no way was I showering in such filth. The bureau in the bedroom was covered in spilled soda. On the 5th day the pool bathrooms were shut down. The elevator was also out of service ( which we were notified 15 days prior to our trip)- so being on the 5th floor made for quite a trip up and down the stairs.
The only saving grace was the view.
Whole family was sick entire vacation so we stayed in most of the time. Condo had everything we needed, good communication with owner, great location would stay again when in area
Very nice property and Bob was great with communication, met us at the property and showed us around and where things are and the gate code for the pool area & access to the beach. Enjoyed our stay and will be back again.
The property was very nice and clean. The view was fantastic! Robert was very easy to get a hold of and flexible with our arriving time.
We are complete beach fanatics so it would have been nice to have some good beach chairs to use. We are on the beach the entire time! There were regular lawn chairs available but that is not as comfortable.
The other issue for us was the lack of restaurants within walking distance. There were many not far away for a car ride, but we prefer to walk.
All in all though it was a great week long get away!!
Just returned from a week's stay at this location and it was amazing. Pictures of property are spot on. The lawn chairs in the condo were perfect for taking to the beach for sunsets. We also greatly appreciated having a float, pool noodles, and small cooler, so we didnt have to go purchase them. Water was warm, sunsets spectacular. We saw dolphins most days and a manatee swam within 15 feet of us on our last day there. Truly a great vacation, and we hope to go back to this same location next year.
The condo was neat and clean. Kitchen had everything we could have needed. The balcony had a table and chairs and we drank our morning coffee out there. The complex was quiet.
Comfortable setting and quiet. Nice condo and well stocked with kitchen utensils & everything you need for your stay. Comfortable indoor furniture although with the outdoor furniture I would recommend he buy taller chairs to be able to comfortably see the ocean and the ice maker doesn’t work. I would still highly recommend this unit & the owner was very nice.
Vacation was super nice.Condo has nice location and was very clean.
Communication with owner was super ,everything was nice and neat.
Overall , one vacation to remember!
We love Florida!!!
My husband and I had a wonderful vacation in Indian Shores! The place was clean and the view of the ocean from the living room was breathtaking. We spent a majority of our mornings and evenings on the balcony taking in the view. Robert was a wonderful host who made sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. We would definitely stay here again and would recommend to those looking for a quiet, peaceful getaway that is just a few steps away from the beach!
We loved the location and the amenities at this condo. It was very clean, communication with the owner was excellent, and we appreciated all the well-thought-out amenities that were provided. I am a tea-drinker, so I appreciated the Breville kettle, while my husband appreciated the coffee pot. We both have bad knees, so we appreciated the grab-bars in the bathroom. The recliner and the chair with the ottoman made the living room time very comfortable. The location and view can't be beat. We enjoyed sitting on the balcony for breakfast and to watch sunsets. It is close to lots of restaurants, but still on a quieter part of the beach, which suits us well. We will probably try to come back here in the future.
Husband and I enjoyed the location and property very much. Area was quiet and Robert was available if we needed anything as he lives close by. Would definitely stay here again.
Yes, the View is Amazing! But the sheets are pilled, we turned it inside out. Carpet and bathroom grout is dirty. Chairs are uncomfortable in living area.
There aren’t any amenities as far as coffee filters, enough garbage bags, baggies or saran wrap. Blender was very leaky, not fixable. No Beach towels! Other than that the beach and pool are wonderful.
This was our 2nd time in Indian Shores and first time renting with Robert's condo. Robert greeted us at the condo when we arrived and explained the policy's. The condo was clean, the king size bed was very comfortable. The walk in closet had enough hangers, beach chairs, umbrella etc. Kitchen had enough utensils and dishes for basic cooking. The grill on the premises was pretty used, but still worked. We had a couple of meals that my husband used the grill for. We had a very enjoyable stay, and the weather was wonderful. The only complication we had was we couldn't get Netflix to work on the T.V. Could have called Robert, but it wasn't that important. Thank you again Robert for the use of the Condo. Hope to be back next year!
The condo was perfect for a week at the beach. It was clean and comfortable. Had everything that we needed. A great location and close to restaurants and shops.
My wife and I are retired and have been going to beach vacays our entire time together of 50+ years. This condo was perfect for the 2 of us and is exactly as described on the listing. Very spacious one bedroom right on the beach with beautiful ocean/beach/sunset views and perfectly located in Indian Shores. Our host Robert was great! Will be back again.
Awesome view, great pool, great beach access.
Condo was very nice and clean. Everything worked great. Love the Indian Shores area. Good seafood choices. Would definitely book again.
Bob was friendly. The sunset view was exceptional. The condo was comfortable.
Beach was spotless
Pool was warm and clean
Location was excellent
Laura C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by Robert Beshara
My wife and I manage the unit , no rental agent or a third party. We live 2.5 miles from the building and we ensure the unit is in a perfect condition at all times. We can respond very quickly to situation that may arise.
Why they chose this property
I have never seen a one bedroom condo on the beach anywhere close to the size of this one --- almost 1000 Sq feet.
What makes this property unique
Top Floor unit , modern furniture, free long distance, and free high speed internet.
This is the one and only building on the beach that is composed of 45 one bedroom condos . NO two or three bedroom unit. As a consequence , the building does not attract families with children. The result is uniquely quite building.