10/10 Excellent
Nicole J.
4 June 2025
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A wonderful getaway
Nicole J.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Entire home
3 bedroom suite in Grandma's island beach house from summer of 1925
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Indian Shores, FL
- St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches5 min walk
- Splash Harbour Water Park2 min drive
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk18 min drive
- Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
On suite bathroom in 2nd bedroom
Toilet · Shower only
On-suite bathroom in Master Bedroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Outdoor shower by the back door
Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
About this property
3 bedroom suite in Grandma's island beach house from summer of 1925
This is the largest beachfront suite we have. It’s perfect for a family beach vacation.. With 2 bedrooms and a sleeping porch with trundle beds turns this into a 3rd bedroom. This suite can accommodate up to 8. Walk out on the private deck and you are right on the beach with the Bar-BQ and gazebo with comfy chairs. Cook in the large fully stocked kitchen , blender for daiquiris and margaritas, and extra large refrigerator and pantry for extended stays. Large master bedroom with king size bed overlooking the Gulf, rattan furniture for that Florida look, big flat screen TV and large oak pedestal dining table seats 6 with extra kids eating on the porch. The sleeping porch overlooking the beach doubles as breakfast area for those who get up early to go beach combing for shells. Guests compliment us on the warm glow of red heart pine floors that others only hope to imitate. The brick fireplace in the living room adds a touch of nostalgia.
Room features fully equipped kitchen, king size bed in master, Queen size bed in 2nd bedroom and 2 trundle bed (4 twins) in sleeping porch, central air conditioning, living room, and wrap around beachfront views.
Room features fully equipped kitchen, king size bed in master, Queen size bed in 2nd bedroom and 2 trundle bed (4 twins) in sleeping porch, central air conditioning, living room, and wrap around beachfront views.
Property manager
Curtis Wes Westphal
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Important information
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
About the area
Indian Shores
Located in Indian Shores, this villa 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 Sand Key Park. Splash Harbour Water Park and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting.
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
- Sand Key Park - 17 min drive - 12.4 km
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
- Clearwater Beach - 22 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Original Crabby Bills - 19 min walk
- Guilty Sea Sports Pub - 16 min walk
- Wendy's - 5 min drive
- PJ's Oyster Bar - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 5 min drive
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Curtis Wes Westphal
in 1966 my grandparents bought the 1925 beach house and carriage house for $28,000 with a house payment of $120. Those were the days. They converted it into 6 seaside apartments. For 30 years they were the innkeepers living on the main floor in Unit #6.
. This came about in an unusual partnership. My father was a fighter pilot. My grandfather was a butcher. They went in together to buy the place. As an Air Force dependent I moved every 4 years mostly out west where my father trained other pilots . Late in his 30 year career he went to Viet Nam where he saved the lives of many marines. My mom and the three of us kids moved in with her parents. I was blessed to live with kind grandparents and to spend my impressional high school and college years living in such a beautiful spot on the island. When it came for them to sell and retire, I just couldn't let it get torn down and become 5 condos. Kathy and i bought it for $350,000 in 1998. We keep the tradition alive. Every summer we fly down from Denver with our two sons, and now four grandsons to enjoy this very special place. Here you can relax, find that inner child, and make good memories . Thank you for staying with us and helping to save the best of "Old Florida". Enjoy the beach.
. This came about in an unusual partnership. My father was a fighter pilot. My grandfather was a butcher. They went in together to buy the place. As an Air Force dependent I moved every 4 years mostly out west where my father trained other pilots . Late in his 30 year career he went to Viet Nam where he saved the lives of many marines. My mom and the three of us kids moved in with her parents. I was blessed to live with kind grandparents and to spend my impressional high school and college years living in such a beautiful spot on the island. When it came for them to sell and retire, I just couldn't let it get torn down and become 5 condos. Kathy and i bought it for $350,000 in 1998. We keep the tradition alive. Every summer we fly down from Denver with our two sons, and now four grandsons to enjoy this very special place. Here you can relax, find that inner child, and make good memories . Thank you for staying with us and helping to save the best of "Old Florida". Enjoy the beach.
Why they chose this property
To save the oldest beach house on this part of the barrier island.
What makes this property unique
Rent the whole place as your private beachfront estate. The 6 apartments can sleep 24. Family reunions, anniversaeries, special occasions. Where else can you surround yourself with water for a true island feeling. Emerald green Gulf of Mexico and award winning white sand beach are out your back door. Across the street is the intracoastal waterway.On any given day you can see multi-million dollar yachts parading by on their way between Clearwater Harbor and John's Pass where this head out to sea. Old timers called this skinny half mile of Boca Ciega Bay, "The Narrows". Of the thousands of homes on the barrier island only 35 enjoy this most coveted spot. My grandparents chose well.
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