Come make your vacation dream come true at this Gulf Front two-bedroom 2, two-bath condominium with a private balcony overlooking the Gulf of Mexico located in Indian Shores Beach! Sand Castle, I unit 604 is fully furnished and has 2 TVs, A king-size bed in the private Gulf Front master bedroom, 1 Queen-size bed, 1 Double in the guest bedroom, and 1 twin in the den. Sand Castle is one of the most desired locations and one of the best beach areas in Pinellas County. The unit is Gulf Front and has an amazing array of views. Sand Castle 604 will easily sleep six. This building has an elevator and a grill in the pool area. The unit comes with free WIFI.
You will love relaxing on the sofa while watching your favorite show or gazing at the Gulf Front View. Of course, prepare that coffee or your favorite beverage and sit and watch the beautiful and stunning sunsets from the balcony right off the living area. At the end of the day, you will love retiring in the Master Suite. Listen to the waves through the windows or balcony doors as you drift off to sleep. There is 1 assigned parking spot, and guest parking is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Gulf Front - There are plenty of beaches to explore, such as Clearwater Beach, St. Petersburg, and a quick drive from Tampa. Local legend states that Indian Rocks Beach got its name from a medicine man who cured his chief with waters from a natural Sulphur spring believed to have been located in Kolb Park across from Indian Rocks City Hall. There are 27 beach access points to give you plenty of access and plenty of shops and restaurants in the area, so you will have everything you need right here. Book now and pack your bags to begin that vacation you have always wanted to experience!
Indian Shores is situated on a Barrier Island in a quiet community, so this is the place you will want to book for that “kick back and relax” vacation! Indian Shores is a town in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. The town is a beach-front community situated on a barrier island west of Seminole. Dine in and prepare those meals for your family, or visit one of the restaurants within a short distance from your condo. When local, go to the local hangouts such as Sea Breeze Island Grill, Wahoo`s, Keegan, or Conch Republic for your favorite lunch. This property is about 90 miles from Orlando attractions. It is 45 minutes from downtown St Pete and Tampa attractions such as Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, Lowry Park Zoo, and The Florida Aquarium. • ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE UNIT • ABSOLUTELY NO PETS IN THE UNIT • Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times. • Please abide by pool rules as posted if applicable to include but not limited to: No glass containers at the pool area; no large floats or rafts. Please use the pool at your own risk. • The use of roller skates, roller blades, in-line skates, and skateboards is strictly prohibited in the building walkways, sidewalks, parking ramps and garage. • Keep balconies and walkways clear. No towels, clothing, umbrellas or other items are to be hung from railings or balconies. • Barbecuing or grilling on balconies is allowed with an electric grill ONLY. • Do not feed seagulls from the property. • Park in assigned space for your unit. All vehicles must have parking permits displayed. Vehicles without a parking permit displayed are subject to towing at renters expense. • Please be considerate of your neighbors and keep noise to a minimum during the hours of 11pm -8am. This is a private condominium or home and there are year round occupants that live in the building. While you are on vacation, they may not be. • All trash is to be bagged and placed in garbage chute or proper containers. • Cars must be pulled into the parking space as normal. No backing into parking space
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• ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE UNIT
• ABSOLUTELY NO PETS IN THE UNIT
• Children under the age of 12 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
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Property # 7557931
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Indian Shores
Located in Indian Shores, this apartment is near theme parks and on the waterfront. 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 happening at Jack Russell Stadium or TD Ballpark. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing.
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 26 min drive - 14.0 km
Port of Tampa - 59 min drive - 60.4 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
The Original Crabby Bills - 3 min drive
Mike's Pizza & Pub - 4 min drive
PJ's Oyster Bar - 3 min drive
Caddy's Pub - 3 min walk
Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gulf Front Beauty: 2BD/2BA w/ Bonus Room located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Splash Harbour Water Park. Town Square Nature Park and Belleair Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and loved the location and facility. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future!
We had a great stay at this property, it had everything we needed. Right on the beach with beautiful sunsets. Would definitely stay here again.
Traci T.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're so glad to hear you had a great stay and that the property had everything you needed. You can’t beat those beach sunsets! We’d love to host you again anytime—looking forward to your next visit!
Had a lovely stay, had all we needed for the week. Loved the view and the beach, pool area was awesome, patio was under construction. We were able to use the grills next door- it was everything we needed. Loved our time in Indian Shores.
Dan H.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a lovely stay and that the view, beach, and pool area made your trip special. We appreciate your understanding about the patio construction and are glad the nearby grills worked out for you. Indian Shores is such a great spot—so happy you enjoyed your time there. We'd love to host you again in the future! 🌴☀️
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jeffry S.
2 July 2020
Fantastic
I enjoyed our stay a great deal, I look forward to possibly staying there again in the future.
Jeffry S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your review. We hope to see you back soon!!
The location is very family friendly. We spent many mornings and evenings on the deck relaxing and watching the ever changing sunsets. The condo was very clean. Most importantly, the beds were comfortable. We would recommend this place to others.
scott s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay and do hope that you come back and see us:)
The condo was clean and in a great location. All communication with the property owner was smooth. The instructions for checking in and out were well written and coherent. No problems!
Wayne S.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Wayne! Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We strive for 100% customer satisfaction so it is great to hear that all communication was efficient. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Very outdated and couldn’t get the patio door open it’s so old and heavy. Kitchen ceiling lights were all cracked. We only showered and slept there so I didn’t really mind too much.
Judy D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Hi there, thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the condition of the unit didn’t fully meet your expectations. We appreciate you bringing the patio door and ceiling lights to our attention. We’re glad to hear you were still able to enjoy your time, and we hope to have the opportunity to host you again with a more comfortable experience.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Robert W.
27 April 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Skip this condo
The view, beach and pool area is the only thing this condo has going for it. Too many repairs needed to list. Not only is it dated but it is rundown. Rust, corrosion and peeling paint and that’s inside.
Robert W.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback! This unit has actually had quite a few upgrades - new patio furniture, new bedding, new pillows, new chair in the living room just to name a few. So sorry that you felt this way and did not reach out to us about any problems you experienced. We encourage you to please do so in the future.
We found the rooms clean and nice. The kitchen was well stocked with cookware, which is important for us, as we don't eat out much. We loved that chaise on the balcony and the wooden furniture. Beds were comfortable and there were plenty of towels. It was also nice that there was beach paraphernalia, although we don't need that much. I'm not crazy about vertical blinds, they rarely work well and I am always afraid of breaking the slats. The sliding door was in great need of a new gliding mechanism, which had clearly been put off for some time and finally stopped working while we were there. The folding camping chairs in the closet are not suitable for beach use, which we found out after googling them because we couldn't collapse them.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the cleanliness of the rooms, the well-stocked kitchen, and the comfort of the beds. It's great to know that the balcony furniture and extra towels added to your experience as well.
We also appreciate your honest comments regarding the vertical blinds, sliding door, and beach chairs. We're sorry for any inconvenience these may have caused during your stay. Please know we take this kind of feedback seriously, and we’ve made note of these items for follow-up and improvement.
Thank you again for staying with us—we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future!
Condo was decorated with a great beach vibe…pool was nice but beach in front was the real appeal for us. It was really nice to have the owners beach chairs available to use. My sister stayed in a different condo in same bldg but managed by different agency. They did not have beach chairs. The kitchen was well equipped however the knives were ridiculously blunt. I do think the policy of only supplying the initial amounts of dishwasher, dishwashing, laundry detergent as well as toilet paper and paper towel should be revisited. When staying for just a week it is a pain to have to buy this stuff…
Overall we had a very relaxing week at this place. It delivered what we were looking for!
Sadie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2023
Sadie,
Sandy Beach enjoyed being a part of your vacation and chosen as your vacation rental company. We will pass your review to our customer service and housekeeping departments to ensure that the items you listed are addressed. We hope to see you back soon!!
Management very friendly and responsive. The unit is in a great location but very very old and many items need to be replaced. There were other updated units for a bit more so you will have to decide if you’re better suited for old and cheaper or updated with higher cost to rent. The washer lid is broken and the washer will only start if you have the warm cycle on. The light in the master bathroom is melting and needs to be replaced ( we called on that) both toilet seats need to be replaced as there is obvious wear where people have sat! The unit was clean but everything is very worn out.
Heather C.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Heather,
Thank you for your review and for choosing Sandy Beach as your vacation rental company. We will be sending your review to customer service to improve all guest experiences at this property. We hope to you back for your next vacation!!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Keith
22 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location was spectacular. This is a great area. It was like renting an old beach house in New England. The unit was very clean except for some kitchen utensils and plates. The unit needed a lot of maintenance but most was not critical. Like the door entry handle was loose and the paint around the door frame was pealing and the door did not seal. The storm door has a broken hinge and would not close. The refrigerator was missing a shelf. One of the stove burners did not work. The sliding glass doors were pealing on the outside and one did not lock. Again none of this was critical just annoying. We did have a great stay. It was very relaxing. We called the morning after we arrived to report the issues stating they were not critical we just wanted to be sure we were not liable for any of the existing issues. The owner contacted us about a week later and offered to have some service vendors come out and fix stuff but we told them they could wait until after we left. Again We had a great vacation and the location is fantastic, the unit just needs some work.
The unit is clean and overall in good condition. The kitchen is well stocked with most everything you would have at home. The view of the gulf is spectacular.
David C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you so much for your feedback! We very much appreciate your business and hope that you come to stay with us again in the future.
We had a great time staying in Indian Shores! Our condo was great! The pool and beach were pretty much right outside our door. The view was spectacular! We definitely would go back!!
Tami T.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback! We appreciate your business and hope you will stay with us again.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jennifer B.
3 January 2021
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Would Not Recommend
This condo has not been touched in years and it shows. From the paint peeling off of the walls to the filthy floors to the rotting door frame on the front door. I was very dissappointed in this condo. When we checked in there was no information on the wifi so had to call the office and they did not have the information either. It ended up being written on a scrap piece of paper located in the master bedroom under glass on the bed side table. Both toilets did not work from the day we got there. I called the office on Monday about getting toilets fixed, for them not to show on Monday or Tuesday. Thank goodness we had friends in the same complex as we had to use their bathrooms. On Wednesday both toilets had to receive full flapper set up and flusher handles. For these big of repairs, these should have been completed before renters got there. (the condo was vacant the week before). Both back sliding glass doors do not lock.
I would like to speak with someone on this as I believe some sort of refund is due to us. Thank you,
Jennifer B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your feedback from your stay of 6+ months ago. It shows the call went out on 12/30 which was 4 days after you arrived for a plumber and it was one bathroom - the master in which the toilet handle was broken and the toilet was filling slowly. The paint is not peeling off the walls. The WIFI information is posted in the unit and in the binder. Per the contract you signed with us there are no refunds given for mechanical failure as these items are not always predictable and can happen during your stay. I am sorry you felt the need to not reach out to us prior to your review date of 6/23 when you stayed in December. For the record you checked in on Saturday and we ask that if there is a problem when you check in you call us the day of check in. IF neither toilet was working I am sure you would have called as that is an emergency and would not have waited until Monday or Wednesday when we have that the call came in. We are open on Saturdays AND have someone on call for emergencies therefore this could have been addressed earlier.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kent M.
27 September 2020
Sand Castle 1 #604
Had a blast at this place! What made things even better is that the parking spot was 25-30 feet from the elevator. When you are at the sixth floor the room is literally steps away from the elevator! Gulf view was awesome. Restaurants everywhere. Fully loaded kitchen, great bathrooms...especially the one in the master bedroom. Will go again! PS...you can rent umbrellas with lay down chairs that are already set up! Thank you to the representatives at Sandy Beach Rentals!
Kent M.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your review. We hope to see you back soon!!
Very nice in get location. Carpet could use cleaning
Rick H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Rick! Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We will have the carpet addressed right away and appreciate you letting us know. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon! Thank you again for your feedback!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
2 July 2020
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Could use some updating.
Property needs to updated, stains on the carpet, peeling paint in bathroom and rip in a chair. I emailed the manager because there was a wrong date on the parking pass but never got a new one.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your review! We are working with the owner on completing improvements. The parking pass is emailed to you based on your exact reservation data so not sure how there would be a wrong date. Our apologies. We do respond to emails and phone calls. Our sincere apologies if an email got missed. We appreciate your business and hope you come back to stay with us again!
We enjoyed our brief stay at this nice 6th floor, oceanfront condo in Sand Castle I in Indian Rock Beach, FL. Unfortunately, we had to leave early and head home to PA, due to the breakout of the COVID-19 virus, so we didn't get much time to enjoy the beach and pool. Many of the restaurants were partially or fully closed by the time we left. None of this was the fault of the owner or the property manager; the place was very nice. We just wish we could have fully enjoyed our time there. Maybe next year!
Stew M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Stew! Thank you for your feedback and the five star review. We are so sorry that your time was cut short due to Covid-19. We do apprecaite your business and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Thank you again for the five stars!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Daisy S.
1 February 2020
Family vacation
To start with our experience with booking, it was easy and communication with Sandy Beach vacation rentals was great. Check in is easy as well. The location of the condo was great. There is a heated pool and a HOT TUB. Its nice to find a place that has those 2 features, for when your kids want to go swim at 9pm. Parking spot was at a great spot. There was guest parking, for when we had friends visit for the day. The view is amazing, the beach is amazing, the weather was great. The condo is so close to the beach , you can go up and down, if you need anything. Sandy Beach vacation rentals has been great, when we needed something. Thank you!
Daisy S.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Thank you for your review. We hope to see you back soon!!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Randall S.
23 December 2019
Very nice stay over the holidays
Our stay at unit 604 was very nice. The views and location are ideal with many shops and restaurants within walking distance. Sandy Beach was very quick to assist with any questions we had before we arrived. Only one elevator was working during our stay so there sometimes was a wait but it was supposed to be fixed in the near future. We would definitely stay here again.
Randall S.
Verified
8/10 Good
Tracey S.
24 April 2019
Beautiful
A little outdated and the light in the extra bathroom was broken, but it was very nice.
Tracey S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 September 2023
Hi Tracey!
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again soon!
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