10/10 Excellent
Joseph B.
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and relaxing
Joseph B.
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023
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Private Tropical Studio Cottage -- Ideal for 1 for work or play
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 122.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
St. Petersburg, FL
- St. Petersburg Municipal Beach7 min drive
- Splash Island Water Park9 min drive
- Upham Beach15 min drive
- St. Petersburg, FL (SPG-Albert Whitted)17 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 1)
Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Private Tropical Studio Cottage -- Ideal for 1 for work or play
Close to beach, shopping and downtown, Serenity Cottage is a beautiful separate studio in a relaxing tropical setting with covered outdoor seating. Ideal for one guest for one month or longer, for work or play.
Free off- street parking! Private entrance! Free Wi-Fi and Roku TV with Cable and Netflix!
The cottage is thoroughly sanitized and aired between visits. I enjoy making friends with my guests, but I do offer contact-free check-in with social distancing as needed.
Best neighborhood in St Petersburg with stately oaks and brick streets that lead to Lake Pasadena bird sanctuary where wildlife abounds. Great for walking! Just a few minutes drive or bus to beaches, shopping, entertainment and culture in St Pete.
Cottage features a vaulted ceiling, comfy memory gel foam bed, convenient kitchen, private bath and plenty of storage. Completely furnished! Keurig Single Serve Coffee Maker or drip coffee maker, handy toaster oven-broiler, microwave, frig and induction cooktop. Linens, dishes, pots and pans, starter coffee and tea are provided.
You will enjoy outdoor dining under a covered deck right outside your door. Enjoy tasty meals cooked on charcoal grill in a lush, green backyard.
We usually cannot accommodate pets, but if you have a very small, very friendly dog, please discuss with me.
If you are an individual looking to stay more than a month, we can arrange for interim cleaning. For stays longer than 2 months, I will send a lease agreement with additional protections for both of us.
Free off- street parking! Private entrance! Free Wi-Fi and Roku TV with Cable and Netflix!
The cottage is thoroughly sanitized and aired between visits. I enjoy making friends with my guests, but I do offer contact-free check-in with social distancing as needed.
Best neighborhood in St Petersburg with stately oaks and brick streets that lead to Lake Pasadena bird sanctuary where wildlife abounds. Great for walking! Just a few minutes drive or bus to beaches, shopping, entertainment and culture in St Pete.
Cottage features a vaulted ceiling, comfy memory gel foam bed, convenient kitchen, private bath and plenty of storage. Completely furnished! Keurig Single Serve Coffee Maker or drip coffee maker, handy toaster oven-broiler, microwave, frig and induction cooktop. Linens, dishes, pots and pans, starter coffee and tea are provided.
You will enjoy outdoor dining under a covered deck right outside your door. Enjoy tasty meals cooked on charcoal grill in a lush, green backyard.
We usually cannot accommodate pets, but if you have a very small, very friendly dog, please discuss with me.
If you are an individual looking to stay more than a month, we can arrange for interim cleaning. For stays longer than 2 months, I will send a lease agreement with additional protections for both of us.
Property manager
Mary Dawn Pyle
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
St. Petersburg
Located in St. Petersburg, this cottage is on a lake. 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 Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Splash Island Water Park and St. Pete Pier are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St. Petersburg, FL
What's nearby
- Tropicana Field - 8 min drive
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 10 min drive
- Vinoy Park - 11 min drive
- Salvador Dali Museum - 11 min drive
- Upham Beach - 15 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Portillo's St Petersburg - 3 min drive
- Bob Evans - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 14 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Michelle A.
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle had a wonderful time and loved being on your property. You really made her stay a memorable
Michelle A.
Stayed 26 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
David A.
12 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage!!!!
David A.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lynne M.
6 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect hideaway
Lynne M.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
6 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect studio for one.
Sue M.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
DON C.
15 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and quiet
DON C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Alison G.
9 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable get-away
Alison G.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Rique S., San Diego, CA
4 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
Rique S.
Stayed 106 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
31 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary Dawn Is A Sweetheart
Jason M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
kimberly M.
19 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My Healing Retreat
kimberly M.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen B.
10 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This Place was perfect for us Very nice quite neighborhood everything was perfect
Kathleen B.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Allison C.
5 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and clean, great communication
Allison C.
Stayed 16 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Donna S.
15 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene and great location
Donna S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
About the host
Hosted by Mary Dawn Pyle
Happily living in my own home in this gorgeous, peaceful neighborhood, I am a retired college professor and occasional spiritual teacher who loves to make friends with my interesting guests. I'm happy to provide dining suggestions and tips about the St Pete area, or just stay out of your way. I also love to write, and I am inspired to work in my green and lush backyard, plus a veg bed, and rose garden. Mostly, I love to walk my friendly little dog, Lina, on the brick streets around Lake Pasadena where we meet wood storks, Canada geese, ibis, herons, eagles, cormorants, coots, ducks, sea gulls, turtles and plenty of friendly neighbors! I chose my home because of the beautiful, shady, peaceful and safe neighborhood with the natural lake just 2 blocks away. It's important to me to feel safe even while walking outdoors at night, and this place fits the bill perfectly. I bought my home in 2012 and built the cottage in 2013 to my own personal specifications for the fun of meeting interesting people who care to visit this slice of paradise.
Why they chose this property
Quiet, peaceful, comfortable, private and convenient! I love the huge oak trees, brick streets and the wildlife sanctuary at the lake two blocks away. This centrally located neighborhood is convenient to everything from beaches and entertainment to shopping and health care.
What makes this property unique
Great price for a rare combination of privacy, quiet, comfort and convenience! You will love the neighborhood lake, the birdlife, and the backyard with lush greenery, privacy fence, charcoal grill and dining table in a fantastic neighborhood with easy access to everything.
Languages:
English
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