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Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo!

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Outdoor dining
Balcony South [1/3]
Balcony [2/3]
Balcony North [3/3]
Kitchen [1/3]

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 598.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    1 min walk
  • Splash Harbour Water Park
    3 min drive
  • Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary
    5 min drive
  • Clearwater, FL (CLW-Clearwater Air Park)
    27 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo!

To WATCH a VIDEO TOUR of the condo, CLICK on the panel to the LEFT of the above photo.

We would love to hear from you! If you are interested in finding out more about our beachfront condo be sure to click on 'Contact host' to the right of our Host picture!

Once you are booked, you can look forward to enjoying the large heated pool and hot tub and the soft white, sandy beach by day and then you can experience the spectacular sunsets every evening from our ninth floor balcony with a completely unobstructed view looking West over the beautiful beach and the Gulf of Mexico.

Our condo is equipped with dedicated and secure Free Wireless Internet, Free Unlimited Long Distance calling anywhere within the United States and Canada, and an extended High Definition cable television package including ESPN, SHOWTIME, and ON DEMAND programming. The condo has three televisions; the main Sony Bravia flat screen television in the Living Room, a second Sony flat screen television in the Master Bedroom, and a third Sharp flat screen television with built-in DVD player and easy-access gaming hookups in the second bedroom. The condo also has a cordless telephone, and a Sony CD/AM/FM/IPOD player and charger.

Our condo comfortably sleeps up to five people, with a huge King bed in the Master suite. The Master Bedroom also has a fully-renovated four piece ensuite bathroom, and a beautiful unobstructed direct beachfront view through the large sliding doors leading to the balcony.

The other two bedrooms overlook the Inter-coastal waterway through large picture windows, with a great view of the sunrise in the East. The second bedroom is equipped with two double beds, with a single bed available in the third bedroom. These two bedrooms are located close to the second four-piece bathroom.

We are located in the popular and family-friendly Sandcastle 1 Condominium Building, which is halfway between Clearwater and St. Petersburg, and approximately 25 minutes to the Tampa International Airport. The Clearwater-St. Petersburg Airport is a few miles closer.

Our condo is freshly painted in cool and inviting Florida-tone colors, was recently updated, and is tastefully decorated. The condo comes fully-furnished, with a brand new dedicated air conditioning system with state of the art air purifier, plus an in-suite washer, dryer, fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal, coffeemaker, blender, toaster, kettle, kitchenware, a vacuum cleaner, and an ironing board and iron for your convenience.

The condo also has a "Baby Trend' crib and highchair for your little ones.

The condo comes equipped with beach chairs, a beach umbrella, and a variety of sand toys, along with a selection of paperback and hard cover novels for your enjoyment. We also have a beach cooler and travel mugs for you to enjoy your coffee or a cool drink by the pool or on the beach.

Our unit is also equipped with a Schlage-brand keyless/keypad entry system for your convenience and security, allowing you to head to the beach without worrying about who brought the keys. There is also no risk of being accidentally locked out in your haste to hit the beach!

The Sandcastle I complex has a large beachside pool and hot tub, together with a full washroom, a games room to play ping pong, a book lending library, and free Wireless Internet service in the games room as well.

The beachfront area has a lush tropical garden and barbeque area with picnic tables overlooking the ocean, and a beach volleyball court. Our condo has one designated reserved parking spot.

The area has beautiful wide white sand beaches, and is close to dozens of restaurants, ice cream stores, coffee shops, and pizza places, appealing to all tastes and price-points. There are also several malls, mini-putts, and championship caliber golf courses in the immediate area, along with power boat, kayak, beach bicycle, and scooter rentals.

Our condo is also a short drive to the sports facilities which host the NFL Buccaneers, the NHL Lightning, and the Tampa Bay Rays baseball team of the American League.

In addition, several Major League baseball teams base their Spring Training in this area, including the New York Yankees, the Philadelphia Phillies, the St. Louis Cardinals, and the Toronto Blue Jays, among others.

Disney World, located in Orlando, is approximately ninety miles away and Busch Gardens, located in Tampa, is approximately thirty five miles away.

But it is the unforgettable sunsets from the balcony that keep most Guests coming back, as the sun continues to amaze and delight every day and every night! Don't miss the chance to enjoy our spectacular 'second home' in Florida!



Property manager

Trish and Trevor Whiffen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Crib, high chair, beach toys

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Pursuant to Condominium Bylaw

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you provide incorrect, inaccurate, misleading, or other information we deem unacceptable, we can decline or cancel your reservation request.
All rentals must be from Saturday to Saturday, for a minimum of 7 nights at a time.
We do not accept Rentals from those vacationing with groups renting in other units in the Sandcastle buildings, or the greater Indian Shores area

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

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. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 3 min drive
  • Pinellas Trail - 7 min drive
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 14 min drive
  • Sand Key Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guilty Sea Sports Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Family Fun! Spectacular Sunsets! Direct Sand Beachfront 3BR/2BA Condo! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and Town Square Nature Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

April D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts and great location!
Such a wonderful location and the process was so simple! Great communication from the hosts. Beds were comfortable and place was clean with extras like enough trash bags and paper towels for the time we stayed! We will definitely stay here again next year! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring getaway
Great location and easy access to everything in the area. Beach was very nice and relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot
This is a great condo to vacation in this area. Condo was updated and clean, very comfortable. We felt at home as soon as we arrived. Beach was amazing and pool was well maintained and enjoyed by all ages. Our family felt very safe and welcomed. We would definitely return and recommend this condo for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Olivia S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mediocre stay
My family booked our annual trip to the beach and tried this property, which was new to us. I don’t normally leave reviews but there were 2 elements that I felt impacted my family. There were some pros, so I’ll include those as well. Pros: location. The property is right on the beach and the elevator is right by the condo, which helps with small kids needing to go up and down. Another pro is the noise level—very quiet. The communication with the owners was quick. Cons: the unit is needing a deep cleaning. If you have asthma or are allergic to dust this is not the unit for you. Dust was covering all the baseboards, was caked in the vents, covering the wall hanging, etc. The master bed needs replacing. The mattress was terribly uncomfortable and it affected our sleep, which is not what you want on vacation. If these were fixed, this would have earned 4 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay S., Owosso, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls Getaway 2024
Lovely week with lady friends. Condo was very nice, pool was very nice though very crowded. Condo complex appears to be well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Right!
Incredible view, great accommodations. We will be back again anytime we plan to be in this area. Trish and Trevor make you feel at home in their home away from home. We highly recommend them and this unit.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L., Granger, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sun and beach
We had the best week! The condo was perfect for what we needed. Owners responded quickly to questions we had. It was nice to have beach chairs and a cooler to use from the condo since we flew. Great view from the 9th floor balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abbigail K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and Relaxing Stay
We had a great trip to Indian Shores. The condo was just what we needed. The view from the balcony is just incomparable. The area was great for families, not as busy as some other areas, but everything we needed was close by. The condo owners gave us a lot of great info and were so easy to work with. Thanks for a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry H., Mentor, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful condo in a great location
We really enjoyed our Christmas Vacation at Trish & Trevor’s condo. The condo was updated and spacious. The building has a really nice heated pool and hot tub, and the location was excellent…it’s within walking distance of a nice restaurant “Caddy’s” which is on the inter coastal and it’s about a mile from “town” but the entire city of Indian Rocks Beach has nice bike and walking paths along the road. The only minor con to our stay was that you can hear noise from the street in the front bedrooms… Ie…cars, people walking, and the restaurant across the street.. Maybe a window upgrade would help with that. Overall our stay was still 5/5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Trip
This was a great experience overall. Wonderful views and uncluttered Beach. Heated pool was a plus. Nice quiet community.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Unit was clean and comfortable. Had the perfect amount of space for our family. Had nice selection of beach items to borrow. Communication with owner was fantastic. Would rent from again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fabulous Vacation
Our family of 5 had a wonderful time in Indian Shores. The rental property was clean and just the right size. The 9th floor gave an amazing view over the ocean. The rental was very conveniently located to elevators which brought you literally steps to the beach and pool. We greatly appreciated the beach chairs, beach umbrella, and various beach toys/flotation. Highly recommend Salt Rock Grill, Rumfish Grille, VIP Mexican restaurant, and Seabreeze Island Grill restaurants. We also highly recommend taking the ferry to Caladesi island which was just like being in the Caribbean with amazing shelling and snorkeling. You will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Debby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beach trip
condo was great , stocked with most everything... except fans & beach chairs( list of camp type chairs) loved the location & all the great restaurants in the area
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We enjoyed our stay at Indian Shores and everything was exactly as listed. Trish and Trevor were very easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
We come to this area often & this is by far the cleanest, most well stocked, accurately depicted condo & building we have stayed in. Everything you need is there…literally. The beach chairs & umbrella were so nice to be able to use & not have to bring your own. Trish & Trevor were very nice & when we did have a water issue, their maintenance man was there within 30 mins & got the problem fixed. Highly recommend renting from them & we hope ti be back very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachfront condo
My family and I adored this beautiful condo on the beach! It was everything we wanted and exceeded my expectations. It was beautifully decorated and has the best view of the gulf! It has everything you need if you want to cook a meal or bring home takeout. We very much enjoyed the beach chairs and umbrella, a necessity for a day at the beach. We got to enjoy the best sunrises and sunsets from the balcony and night swims in the pool! Trish was amazing to work with and we can't wait to come back, we will certainly request our stay here again. Lia F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Trip to Indian Shores
Great place to stay in Indian Shores! The condo has a beautiful view of the gulf and is equipped with everything you need for a great vacation. The owners were so easy to work with and provided lots of information and recommendations about things to do in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Property was as described in the listing. Sunset views from balcony were a nice way to relax after a fun filled day at the beach and pool. Would recommend staying here to any family and friends.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
summer getaway
we were looking for something in the IRB/IS area knowing it's pretty calm and never very crowded. stumbled on this listing mainly b/c of the pricing. pics online don't do the unit justice... it's super clean and the kitchen/baths were all nicely updated and appointed. the beach closest had plenty of toys, chairs, etc. which was a nice touch. kitchen is fully stocked, nothing you'd want/need and wasn't there. if i had any complaint it would be that the living/dining furniture wasn't very practical for our family. there's a tiki/beach vibe to it, but it wasn't very comfortable. that said, we came for the gulf/beach and to be outside so it didn't hurt our trip. if you look at other units in the area with three beds, this one is a steal and would reco.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luke A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family time
Everything from booking to our stay was great. Owners were so easy to work with and helpful to make our stay enjoyable. Property is on a stretch of beach that never seemed crowded and restaurants are an easy walk or short drive away. Great place to relax and spend time with family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Alysia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views!
We loved the condo and it’s beautiful views of the gulf! Very kid friendly area. My only recommendation is that the building have a way to monitor the use of the pool and other amenities since non-residents and residents of neighboring condo buildings used the pool, hot tub, game room and bathroom every day during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the condo! Great view and very good response from owners!
Loved the condo! Definitely worked worth the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property and Great Location
We loved this location, and the property was great. There was a king size bed for my husband and I, 2 full/queen size for my 2 sons and a 3rd bedroom with a twin bed for one of their friends. Beds were comfortable. Nice to have 2 full bathrooms. Area was a quieter area than Clearwater beach. We had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyla A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay and location!
We had a great experience in Indian Shores! The condo was as expected clean, spacious with gorgeous views of the ocean. The owners were great to work with and the kids loved the pool and the beach. Overall an amazing week at a wonderful family friendly place! Will visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
We had a wonderful experience. We hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Trish and Trevor Whiffen

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We are a family of five who have stayed in the Indian Shores area many times and always look forward to returning to our Sandcastle home.

Why they chose this property

We love the wide sandy beaches and the amenities of the family-friendly Sandcastle 1 building. We have always felt very comfortable and welcome here.

What makes this property unique

Our beautifully appointed condo has a completely unobstructed view of the wide sandy beach looking across the Gulf of Mexico from our balcony by day and we get to enjoy spectacular sunsets every night!

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