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Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views!

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Indian Rocks Beach, FL
  • Popular LocationSplash Harbour Water Park8 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohn's Pass Village & Boardwalk16 min drive
  • Popular LocationSand Key Park17 min drive
  • AirportTampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)36 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views!

SEVEN NIGHT MINIMUM STAY (Trust us, it won't be enough!)
PLEASE NOTE: WE ACCEPT SATURDAY-TO-SATURDAY BOOKINGS ONLY
Wake up to the sounds of ocean waves rolling in...a sunrise stroll with the sand between your toes. Afternoons filled with family fun in the sun. Sunsets and refreshing drinks by the pool. THIS is beachfront living! Welcome to beautiful Indian Rocks Beach, a small community known for immaculate white sand beaches that are family-friendly, incredible natural wildlife, and close proximity to amazing attractions up and down the Gulf coast. This vacation oasis surrounded on both sides by water is also home to our boutique beach getaway, a fully renovated and recently updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse with direct beach access outside and every vacation amenity waiting inside.

Upon entering your eyes linger for a moment on the cozy, coastal cottage decor...then travel directly to the view from the wide living room patio (Note: one of the two sliding patio doors does remain locked for optimal guest safety). The patio overlooks lush tropical gardens and sand dunes that flow right into the quiet beach and azure blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico. A modern, state-of-the-art kitchen, breezy and open living/dining room layout and full bathroom complete the entry level.

Upstairs, each spacious, beachy bedroom has a water view-- one directly facing the ocean, the other facing our private dock on the intracoastal waterway. Along with a king size bed in the master bedroom two queen size beds in the second bedroom can accommodate additional guests.

This unit comes fully equipped-- sheets, towels, complete kitchen accessories, TV, central heat/air, beach chairs, etc. Also included are full cable service and internet access at no additional charge.

The private, beachside pool is heated and well-appointed for relaxing or grilling, with the adjoining sand dunes providing a gorgeous natural barrier to the pristine beach just steps away.

And oh, that beach... whether you're into shell collecting or water sports, swimming or lounging with a good book, this is the place! Best of all, a recent beach renourishment program has tripled the size of the sugary white sand at your doorstep.

Unlike many of the busy neighboring resorts along Gulf Blvd, The Happy Fiddler is a small boutique property located in the highly desirable "Narrows" section of IRB, with no other homes or condo developments facing it. That lack of foot traffic means stepping onto a stretch of beach that always feels quiet and private, regardless of the time of year. But when you're ready to see the sights, this property is just a short two-minute walk to the area's fun beachy restaurants, ice cream shops and shopping district.

Those interested in further exploring the coast in search of adventure won't have to travel far: the Tampa Zoo, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island are close day visits; nearby downtown St Petersburg has the world renowned Dali museum and a host of smaller museums, galleries and parks along its charming waterfront marina; gorgeous Clearwater Beach, with it's incredible nature preserves and famous Marine Aquarium are just 20 minutes up Gulf Blvd; and various charming smaller towns like arty Dunedin and Mediterranean-flavored Tarpon Springs are close as well.

All of the above are just short drives away, but also running regularly up and down Gulf Blvd. from Clearwater to St Pete is the cute Jolly Trolley street car (low priced single fares or weekly passes available). Check it out!

We are just 30 minutes drive to the Tampa International Airport and 20 minutes to the Clearwater/St. Pete airport. Book now to enjoy a quiet, family-friendly vacation getaway in paradise, where the gorgeous white sand beach is literally steps away!

Property manager

Owner

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
You must be at least 25 years old to reserve this unit. Full House Rules will be provided by owner as part of Rental Agreement upon booking.

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 first aid kit

About the area

Indian Rocks Beach

This holiday home is located in Independence Square, a neighbourhood in Indian Rocks Beach, and is near theme parks and on 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. 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. 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

  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 8 min walk
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 16 min drive
  • Sand Key Park - 17 min drive
  • Clearwater Marine Aquarium - 18 min drive
  • Pier 60 Park - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Goose's Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views! have a pool?

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

Is Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachfront PARADISE! Newly updated townhouse with breathtaking ocean views! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Independence Square holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Belleair Beach and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location unit needs some help.
We loved the location! Right on the beach and could listen to the waves 24/7. Easy walk into town. We enjoyed having 2 levels. I guess you could say the place needs a thorough cleaning and fixing. Sliding door didn’t work, BR blinds broken, Dining table bench broken, ice maker broken. The dust/scum on some things (sliding door track almost black with bugs and black stuff coming off the kitchen faucet) pretty bad. Before our grandkids came I had to clean. Then, the night before check out a large cockroach came out to say goodbye. Considering the cost of a month it would be a minimal investment in a handyman, really deep clean and refresh and the unit would almost be a 5 star rating…..Just no washer and dryer in unit.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 Vacation
Nice place, close to the beach! Only negative would be king bed not very comfortable but other than that we had a good time.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

stacie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 vaca
Very nice!! Beautiful ocean view. Living room smaller than i thought but upstairs was huge! Definitely would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach front condo
This condo was perfect for a family get away. We loved having a pool and the gulf to swim in. Close to restaurants and gulf activities
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachfront
Can’t beat the view
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach view at its finest!
Great location within walking distance to several restaurants! Loved having our own parking spot. The condo was clean and had a beautiful view! The sunset is gorgeous! My recommendation to other guests would be to stop at the Dollar Tree and buy dishwasher tablets, toilet paper, paper towel, and trash bags. You are only provided with one trash bag and two dishwashing tablets for your entire stay. You’ll need to do towels because you are only given one hand drying towel in downstairs bathroom and two kitchen towels. No hand towels upstairs. You get a total of 8 large towels for the entire week. But not enough wash cloths for bathing and drying hands. I would still absolutely recommend this beautiful place but you’re going to need to go to the store to make sure the place stays clean while you’re there! My family and I stayed in the room with two beds. The beds are very loud though. My friends stayed in the king size bed and said the mattress absolutely killed their backs. So, if you have back trouble, I’d suggest sleeping in the room with two beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W., Fremont, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Short walk to restaurants and shops. Awesome beaches. Not overly crowded with people
Nice property. The bedrooms upstairs do share a full bathroom. The shower and toilet were having some issues. And for this girl who likes a softer bed, the king bed in the master was very uncomfortable. But that’s a me thing. But I think all the beds could probably use an upgrade. Could use some fixing of things that are broke, like the blinds upstairs in both bedrooms and the patio sliding door that wouldn’t open all the way, so that was a bummer. But we made do. The condo is lovely decorated and has that great beach feel which I loved. Also loved being right on the ocean. And the pool was fantastic. Gas grill by the pool area and never more than one person grilling. We’ve stayed in the area for the last five years. This was the most expensive condo we’ve rented but I feel with the lack of attention to things that were broken and no washer and dryer inside the condo, we overpaid. Our choice though because we were late booking a place. So I guess for the price, I would expect a little more. But I chose to overlook the negative and we enjoyed our time and had a great spring break.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nolan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation surprise
Had never rented via vrbo and was very happy with the results. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a great vacation experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

DAVID S., Johnstown,OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
tampa
loved neighorhood nice resturants to go to
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

oleh s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Very nice apartment with a good location and for vocation time was everything even more we really liked it thanks!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Beach Location
Great location and quiet. Not many people on the beach like large resorts. Condo was clean and had everything needed. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful
My family and I loved this condo and property. Description and pictures were perfect. So pretty and relaxing. The area was not overcrowded. We enjoyed all aspects of our vacation. Absolutely would rent this condo again in the future!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pandi L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful
My family of 6 stayed here for 2 weeks and loved every min of it! There was plenty of space for everyone! The girls actually loved sharing a room again lol. The views where amazing, we even saw Dolphins jumping while we were drinking coffee in the balcony, had Manatees swim right on the beach were we could touch them, sting rays everywhere (just for a day or two, but so cool) We did beach and pool everyday! Would jump from beach and pool all day. Everyone there was so friendly, our girls even found some amazing friends I hope that lasts a lifetime! Our first day, there was a younger crowd that was a few doors down that was clearly drinking way too much, music was very loud, they were yelling mostly all day, thankfully that was their last day. The rest of the time was so relaxing and perfect! Families mostly. The only thing I would say about management was, we had a wasp nest on our balcony and we went down and asked it it could be taken down so no one gets stung. I was told “yes but I can’t get to it right away” which no big deal we had plans all day. But we went to the pool later in the evening and noticed a sign on the door that the manager went on vacation and wouldn’t be back for a week. And the nest was never removed. Luckily on one was stung. But all things we would definitely go back in a heartbeat. Already looking at dates for next year!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location but TLC Needed
The location is what made this a 4 star review. But the place is in needed of some TLC. Note on sliding door states it is broken and not to use the right side. Seems like the note has been there for a longtime. Multiple lightbulbs burned out. I actually replaced them so we had lights in the rooms our first night there. The place is for 6 people but only had 2 beach chairs and one folding lounge chair. Pretty hard to bring our own beach chairs on the airplane. No washer and dryer in unit. The washer and dryers are on the first floor I would not trust them with my clothes. Mattresses are BAD!! My daughters starting having backpain every morning on the 3rd day. If the owner would just do some minor things this place would be 5+ stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location!
We loved the location right on the beach! The condo was as advertised and suited our needs. Walking distance to restaurants. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kabir M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment with an amazing location
We had a very good time at this apartment. We didn't spend much time on the beach because it was too cold, but the view of the water and the sunsets every evening were great to watch. The apartment is very well equipped and it located in a nice part of Indian Rocks.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Location Gorgeous Views
The location was amazing! The views are magnificent. This is a very cozy condo that we thoroughly enjoyed. I was disappointed there was not a broom/dustpan or a vacuam in the unit. When you are oceanfront and tracking in sand it would be nice to be able to sweep it up. The walls were visibly dirty and needed to be wiped down along with doors and baseboards. The views of this condo and location to the beach made it though. It was nice that beach chairs and beach towels were in the condo so we did not need to bring those. The decor was so cute! We really enjoyed our stay and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

deb s., Macungie PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
My family recently stayed at this beautiful townhouse/condo, our second stay. The location is superb. The unit is beautifully decorated--true "beachy" feel. You can be in the pool and here the waves on the beach. The sunsets are amazing. We hope to rent again!! Deb
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location
The condo is very good--beds and sofas comfy, kitchen fine, our balcony and the shared pool great, TV and internet excellent. But what really makes this place is the location, so close to a beautiful beach and some great restaurants. We loved it and plan to return.
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nancy-Marie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Amazing beach; nearly close enough to touch from the townhouse.
Lovely townhouse, but online description was somewhat misleading. The two bedrooms are upstairs, but bath is Jack and Jill style, a shared bath between bedrooms. The second bath is on the first floor. It has a shower, but is primarily a first floor powder room. The two-floor arrangement is especially good for babies and young children. Also, the washer/dryer is on the first floor, not in the unit. This is really okay, but would be best if it were clear upfront. That said, we loved staying here, and hope to return again. The beach view from the townhouse, and proximity to the beach, are wonderful. The managers are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Indian Rocks Beach
We enjoyed our stay in this property. It was clean and just as described. Loved the view of the Gulf from the porch and the master bedroom!! Couldn't have asked for more...
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Fall Break Week
This is a very nice condo right on the beach! Close to everything. The property manager was off all week which is why I only gave one star in that section. We know the area well so we didnt need anything and it worked out just fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

joy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and relaxing
The condo was beautifully decorated and the property was beautifully maintained. We hope to get this unit again on another stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

mike d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gulf view
Great view and location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great condo
Loved the condo and the location. Would love to come back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

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