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Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home!

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NIGHT VIEW OF HOUSE AND SCREENED PORCH
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Front of House
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Indian Rocks Beach, FL
  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Sand Key Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Clearwater, FL (CLW-Clearwater Air Park)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home!

The Home Was Not Damaged By Flood Waters As It Is a Stilt Home 15 Feet Off The Ground & Suffered No Storm Damage.

Lovely two story stilt home at Indian Rocks Beach located between Clearwater Beach and St. Petersburg Beach. Large screen porch across the front ,with ceiling fans, day bed and a dining area. Hammock and porch swing on the underside of the home.

Enjoy everything the beach has to offer while staying in a beautiful modern beach house. NO condo rules or noises.

. Kick off your shoes and watch the sunset meet the Gulf waters.Location of our house puts you within driving distance to many attractions located in the Tampa bay area. ( Busch Gardens, Disney World, Univeral Studios,Sea World, Tampa Bay Rays ,Buccaneers,Lightning Hockey and lots more).

You are in easy walking distance from great restaurants, shops and groceries. Both bed rooms have king size pillow top beds with cable TV and ceiling fans through out the the house.

Keywords: Single Family Home

Property manager

James Reeves
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
After the booking, we will verify all reservation details by phone and/or email within 24 hours.

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 deadlock

About the area

Indian Rocks Beach

Located in Indian Rocks Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Florida Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Indian Rocks Beach, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sand Key Park - 11 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 16 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 18 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Guilty Sea Sports Pub - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Guppys on the Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Anecdote Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beauty & the Beach: Less Than 100 Yards from Beach! Private Designer Home! located?

This family-friendly Indian Rocks Beach holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Belleair Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything is better at the beach!

Absolutely amazing place! Fantastic host! Great location, and amenities. Will definitely be going back. Felt at home the moment we arrived.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice beach house

We had a great time, and enjoyed the beach house. Very short walk to the beach, and it was in a nice area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ramsie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach staycation

This property was perfect for our beach "staycation". Just steps across the street from the beach. Great area for riding bikes to numerous restaurants. The house had everything we could ever need.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy E., Snellville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay at a great property!

My wife, daughter, daughter's boyfriend and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property on Indian Rocks Beach. The property is very nice and looks just like the pictures. It's only a short walk across the street to the beach access which was very convenient. Lots of restaurants very close by and a little convenience store right around the corner. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

tom m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty and the Beach June-July 2022

We had a very enjoyable time! The property was clean and comfortable. All amenities that we needed were there. Our hosts were gracious an accommodating to our schedule. Proximity to the beach was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Serge S., Federal Way, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home by the beach

We enjoyed our stay. This home is just across the street from the beach, in a convenient location. All the needed amenities were there. Very nice patio and a lounging area with hammocks downstairs. Cheers!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun family beach trip

This house was great for our family - a very short walk to the beach, close to restaurants, parks and gift shops. We also loved the hammocks and dart board under the house, and the bathroom has nice updates not shown in these pictures. The homeowners were so nice and accommodating, recommending several things for us to do and places to eat, as well as pulling out their kayak, beach chairs and umbrellas for us to use. We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Beach house family trip

Overall great location for both teenager and 9 year old! This Mom enjoyed reading out on the screened porch on the bed swing. When my husband was not napping in it! Easy walk across the cross walk over to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply wonderful!

I stayed at this house for a week with my husband, daughter and her friend. Everything was completely as it was stated on the app. This was a very neat place. Plenty of activities for the girls to keep themselves busy at the house. The owner also left the bikes out for us to use and those were definitely useful. The house was walking distance from a few souvenir stores, convenience stores, the mangroves boardwalk and of course a small walk to the beach. The house was also close to several grocery stores to buy groceries for the week. I was also able to use the grill for a couple nights. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. My family absolutely loved every minute of the stay; we didn't want to leave!!! I would 100% stay at this location again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to the beach!

This home was exactly what we were looking for! No worrying about elevators in a house! We felt like we were at home for a week. So many beach accessories to take with us across the street to the beach. We had family bike rides. There were many places we could walk to. The property itself was great. Everything we could possibly need was thought of and there. We will be booking this house again, if it’s available!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Most amazing stay!

Our family had so much fun and relaxation in the Reaves' clean and well-stocked beach home. The beach is a 2 minute walk away, and the sturdy wagon at the house made it quite easy for us to haul all of the provided chairs, umbrellas, and toys. The kitchen is better stocked than my own home kitchen! Had to contact the owner during our stay, and Jim was quite responsive and accommodating-even let us stay a few hours longer since our flight was delayed. My only complaint is that the house was not available for our Christmas vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So sad to leave :(

Very nautically themed home- super homey and comfortable. Beds, couches, seating, pillows- all comfortable. One of us slept every night on the bed on the screened porch, using the second bedroom just for storing & changing clothes. We spent a great deal of time on the screened porch while one of us was videoconferencing all day. Great wifi, no problems. Across the street from beach access- so close we’d run on the beach every morning, have a full day, and return to the beach for sunset. Short walk to multiple restaurants and a convenience store. Owner communicated well. Only downside is limited availability.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R., Lexington KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect getaway!

We had a wonderful time at this VRBO property, and had everything we could have possibly needed for a perfect vacation. The kitchen was very well stocked, with a variety of cookware and serving pieces, frosty mugs ready in the freezer, and basics like salt, pepper, paper towels, and dishwasher soap. There's plenty of room to stretch out and relax, with a large living/dining area and a screened porch to choose from. A public beach access pathway is just across Gulf Boulevard, and a wagon, beach chairs, and umbrellas are ready to go when you arrive. Bicycles and grilling supplies were also thoughtfully provided. The wireless was strong and so was our phone coverage (T Mobile). We've vacationed in this area for many years and ate at our favorites Keegan's and PJ's Oyster Bar this time. This time we also discovered Ward's Seafood Market in Clearwater, and highly recommend both their fresh salmon and the carryout grouper sandwiches. The Kooky Coconut is a short walk away and has great ice cream and Cuban sandwiches, too. We are already planning a return visit and appreciate James's hospitality and willingness to share his family's amazing home. From the location to the vintage beach decor, it was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S., Norman, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

As soon as we walked into Jim's property my entire family felt at peace. The natural lighting within the property was welcoming. The screened patio was my favorite area. I fell asleep on the daybed the first night while reading a book. The neighborhood is quite, but you can hear cars passing on Gulf boulevard which was not distracting. I have an eight year old and 11 year old daughter, plus my wife so being able to go to the patio or down stairs to relax on hammocks allowed me to escape from the Hussle and bustle of being a girldad! The beds were comfy and the 2 and a half bathrooms were clutch especially with all girls! The main bathroom was modern and clean. My family spent time on the beach every day because it is literally 100 yards away from the property. Jim provided us with everything we needed to enjoy the beach. We did not have to purchase anything extra. He provided us with chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, ice chests, beach toys, mats, and a cart to transport them in. He also provided us with 4 bikes to explore the area. It felt like we were in the center of IRB with plenty of food options and plenty of ice cream to choose from! IRB is not touristy as Clear Water, so it's not crowded, which makes it a perfect family area. Definitely would go back to Jim's property and would recommend it to any family looking for a place to enjoy the beach life.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

david m.

Cozy beach house with ample room

We have stayed at this beach house for the past two years and have enjoyed our stay. We are a married couple with 2 small children (7 year old and 2 year old) and stayed in the house with my in-laws. The house is very charming and the location is great. A quick walk to the beach and other business that we found very convenient during our stay. The house has plenty of room in the first floor to entertain the kids and the porch was great for enjoying the evening with family and friends. My wife really enjoyed spending time on the hanging bed/sofa in the porch and took many midafternoon naps there. My morning ritual included a quick bike ride (included in the house) to the local donut shop and hanging on the hammocks before hitting the beach. The owners take good care of this house and its shows but if you want to stay in a place with marble floors, subzero appliances you should look into the tiny condo/apartments. We had friends staying in condos/apartments nearby and every night they will come over to spend time at the house. After a few days, it feels like a house you live in. Pros: Proximity to beach (5-minute walk). Space of the property. Very quiet and safe area. Close to businesses (pizza shop, ice cream parlor, surf shop, bait & tackle, convenience store). Great place to entertain friends. Fully stocked kitchen with every appliance you may need. Bikes, Barbeque and tons of beach gear on premises. Cons: Some of the appliances & bathrooms are dated and could use a refresher. Only one full bathroom.

10/10 Excellent

Stephany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Time!

My wife and I stayed at this home Nov 30th through December 10th. Good communication with owner before our arrival, answered any questions we had quickly. When we arrived it was easy to access the keys, very nice home, 2 bedrooms, 1 large bathroom and 1 smaller one in a quiet neighborhood, very quiet during the night. I was very impressed how easy it was to navigate the area, although we took day trips to Tarpon Springs, Clearwater and Orlando the most memorable part of the vacation was finishing each day sitting on the beach watching the sun set in to the gulf of Mexico. The beach was only a 300ft walk from the home. We met the owner during the week, he was very nice and he had recommended some great restaurants for us to visit. Be aware that there is a house being built 2 lots down, it wasn't too noisy during the day and of course no work at night. We also attended the towns tree lighting ceremony which was very nice. If we visit the area again we will definitely be staying here.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katlyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home and amazing hosts

The picture did not do this place justice. The inside and outside were beautiful. We loved our stay and it was just a short walk to the beach. The house had everything we needed and more! The hosts were amazing with help when we got locked out. I'm recommending this home to anyone who wants to go to Florida for vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to Stay

Overall the stay was great. The house was in a great location to the beach, restaurants, etc. I don't feel like the house was really cleaned up before we arrived and the back door was unlocked upon arrival but aside from that everything else was great! Definitely a great and affordable place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mari L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was very nice, loved the house

We actually hated to leave, so beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

This IRB gem is wonderful. We had everything we needed for a stress-free week. Our days were filled with lazy days on the beach occasionally seeing dolphins swimming, picking shells, and enjoying the warm surf. In the evening we watched the sunset while walking on the beautiful white beach, Everything was very clean and decorated beautifully with many different areas to relax in. The porch of course was our favorite, and the lower level with hammocks and chairs to socialize or read a book alone. The beds were super comfortable, and the area was quiet at night. We prepared several meals in the kitchen as well as visited some great local restaurants. The W/D is a bonus. This is a great vacation spot close to so many local attractions. The hosts do all the little extras to ensure your stay will be comfortable. We truly enjoyed our time spent here and hope to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful beach house

Perfect vacation house ,excellent location and very relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely booking again next year
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to relax

My husband and I stayed here with our 23 year old daughter and her friend. The place is a quick walk to the beach, restaurants and stores. Everything about this rental is well thought out. The owners provided us with chairs, umbrellas, a wagon and beach floats. , and the little things. Like dish soap, salt and pepper, paper towels, made our stay extra easy and enjoyable. We'd happily stay here again and recommend it to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice furnished home with close proximity to the Gulf beaches

House was well furnished and equipped. Very clean and well kept. Lower open level of home was great for parking, grills, beach equipment, chairs and hammocks. Very close proximity to the Gulf beaches. Easy access to Clearwater and St. Pete by trolley.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harriet and Gary F., Richmond Virginia USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great winter get-away

Indian Rocks is a quieter beach with fewer high-rises and less crowds than seen at some near-by beaches. Yet there were good restaurants, a wonderful produce store and parks within walking distance. The seabird sanctuary and Sand Keys park are also worth a visit, with a reasonable drive away kayak rentals to Caladesi State Park. The house was great - charming, clean, well equipped, with comfortable king beds in both bedrooms. While only 1.5 baths, the full bath has clearly been recently renovated and is spotless. There were plenty of kitchen pots/utensils, and with abundant seafood shops (recommend Wards, though it's a 15-20 min drive) we cooked some great meals. And it's a one minute walk to the beach! Communication with owner James Reeves was quick and pleasant. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Family Property

We loved everything about this property...located in the heart of Indian Rocks, easy access to the beach with a short walk, access to shops, restaurants. Amazing amenities at the property with hammocks, a bed swing, fully stocked kitchenware. We definitely hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by James Reeves

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Owners are both Florida natives and enjoy fishing in the surf as well as the bay. Sunset is our favorite time of the day. The yard has fruit barring banana trees and large native palms on the property

Why they chose this property

This is a second home for us . Our main resident is on a lake in Land -o-LAKES FL..

What makes this property unique

We enjoy most the screen porch and the Hammock and porch swings
But the sunsets are our number one pleasure.

Languages:

English

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