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Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house

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ground floor studio in 100-year-old beach house
Our semi private beach far from the crowds
FD Jacksons island estate from the Summer of 1925
private area just outside the door
Path to the beach

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 229.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house

Right on the beach
You can't get any closer to the beach in this ground floor studio apartment. Lie in bed and watch the palms sway in the breeze and the emerald green waves on the Gulf. Walkout your door and you are steps from the water. We've decorated in a beachy theme. All the comforts of home with a full kitchen and dining for two by the beach side window. This is the secluded side of the house with an entrance all your own.

Room features queen size pillow top bed, fully equipped kitchen, Large
flat screen TV, private parking, full bath with tub, air conditioning, and outdoor private sitting area with perfect views of the Gulf of Mexico.

Come and enjoy Old Florida, the way it used to be.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
1 vehicle

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

About the area

Indian Shores

Located in Indian Shores, this apartment is near the beach. Shoppers can check out John's Pass Village & Boardwalk, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Pier 60 Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Jack Russell Stadium, or consider a night out at The BayCare Sound.
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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Port of Tampa - 56 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mike's Pizza & Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Original Crabby Bills - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪PJ's Oyster Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house?

As of 23 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house on 18 July 2026 start from NZ$231, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gulf front villa in 100 year old classic beach house located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Splash Harbour Water Park. Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Belleair Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very attentive!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy U.

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

Relaxing Vacation

Great location on the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location right on the beach was perfect! The apartment had everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful experience from top to bottom! Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenner A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views and location were excellent. The bed was comfortable and clean. The water pressure was really good. The place needed repairs, blinds broken and falling off.. parking for my unit not labeled. The host who lives out of state was very responsive, excellent communication
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Stephenie N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The ceiling fans was very dirty and we opted not to cook there. Definitely 100 year old house. Terrible parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

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

Cozy getaway

We spent the weekend here for a short vacation away from the kids, this place was perfect, practically had nearly a quarter mile of the beach to ourselves the entire time, tons or beach stuff available to use, the house was cozy, nice restaurants near by, the backyard is all sand now unlike to pictures which gives you the feel that you are actually on the beach itself, slept great with the sound of waves in your ears. We can't wait to go back to this place with our whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old farmhouse on the beach

Charming old property right on the beach. Needs a lot of TLC. We had several days of hot water tank problems. Hence our level of disatisfaction.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 November 2024
Replaced 4 year old Rheem Gas hot water heater immediately. Rheem replaced under warranty citing quality issues for units built during COVID. Sorry this happened,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delbert S.

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

Just like home but with a beach

Is the place on the beach yes. Are the owners responsive yes! We met one of the owners (wife) and I chatted with her husband via texts. Both were very friendly. Do the rooms need updated sure. However, we loved that it was not a huge mega condo complex and the beach access was unprecedented. It was just what we needed the two of us. We plan to make a return visit one day. Thank you for keeping the place with an old world vibe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Curtis Wes Westphal

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I grew up here living with my grandparents. They bought Sun N Fun for $28,000 in 1968, My wife Kathy and I bought it from them for $335,000 in 1998 so they could retire. As Tampa grew the rich and famous have discovered our unique Gulf to Bay location on the island. Sending property values soaring and with that a $43,000 property tax bill. Stay here and know you are helping to save these treasures from Old Florida.

Why they chose this property

Boyhood home. Good memories of sun, sand, and surf. Indian Rocks Beach is a small seaside community with good restaurants, vacation rentals from the 1920's and a vibe that brings you back year after year.

What makes this property unique

Florida Gulf Coast beachfront rentals at Grandma’s island beach house from the summer of 1925. The large home and carriage house are now converted into 6 Gulf front villas featuring full kitchens, pillow top beds, and fantastic views. Awarded one of the highest scores on the beach by Superior Small Lodging. Kids love an old place surrounded by water. We are small and personable. Gulf of Mexico and private white sand beach are right out your door. Wade out to the shallow sandbar to explore for shells and sand dollars. Or walk across the street to watch the yachts go by and fish in the bay. Old Timers call this part of the island "The Narrows" where the sand is just wide enough for a single row of homes.

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