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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Balcony or patio
On beach
Toys
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Internet access
Explore the area
Indian Shores, FL
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
1 min walk
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
Place, Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
3 min drive
Splash Harbour Water Park
Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
3 min drive
Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Third bedroom
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Main Bath
Bathtub · Toilet
Master bath
Toilet · Shower only
Powder room
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Sunsets on the Sand
This property is a 3BR, 2.5BA direct Indian Shores Beachfront Home. It has direct access to the Gulf of America (formerly Mexico) sand and surf. You step off the ground floor patio onto the short beach path that winds through the dune. High tide or low the beach offers some of the finest sugar sand in the country.
It is a beautifully decorated three-story unit with a two car garage on the ground floor, main living spaces along with a half-bath on the first floor and the three bedrooms (all with skylights) and two full baths on the second floor. The water views from every window say it all.
Sunsets, locally called The Show, are sure to be enjoyed to the fullest from the spacious deck, the balcony off the master suite, or the patio. Our preference is to watch The Show with our toes in the sand.
The recreation and relaxation activities are only limited by your imagination. Sitting on a beach chair or strolling the water's edge looking for treasures to the sound of the surf is a great way to relax. Wading and swimming is easy and refreshing in the warm waters of the Gulf. If you're under 65 you'll need a license to surf fish with the provided gear. You can catch your own bait with my bait net or purchase bait just up the street. Walking, jogging, or cycling up or down the beach or Gulf Blvd is pleasant before the heat of the day.
We are located on a quiet stretch of Gulf Blvd within a short walk to Caddy's Restaurant, ice cream shops, and other local shops. The rental shop next to Caddy's rents bikes, boats, and other items. Slyce and Original Pizza will deliver to the house. Many other restaurants are a short drive up or down the beach. We've had many pleasant meals at the Salt Rock.
We are 40 minutes from Tampa International Airport, and only 30 minutes St Petersburg/Clearwater Airport. Disney World & Universal Studios are an hour and a half away. Busch Gardens is less than an hour away! You can see Winter the dolphin at the Clearwater Aquarium just 30 minutes up the beach. The Tampa area offers many fine attractions for its visitors.
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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 and a deadlock
About the area
Indian Shores
Located in Indian Shores, this holiday home 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 Clearwater Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Jack Russell Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Splash Harbour Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 20 min drive - 13.7 km
Clearwater Beach - 26 min drive - 17.8 km
Getting around
St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
The Original Crabby Bills - 3 min drive
Salt Rock Grill - 3 min drive
Mahuffers - 3 min drive
Vip Mexican Restaurant And Lounge Irb - 3 min drive
Anecdote Brewing Company - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunsets on the Sand pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sunsets on the Sand?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunsets on the Sand on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$1,316, 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 Sunsets on the Sand?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sunsets on the Sand?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sunsets on the Sand?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sunsets on the Sand located?
Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches. Town Square Nature Park and Splash Harbour Water Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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The location of this property was amazing! It was also very clean. Listing exactly matched property. Lots of beach toys, chairs, umbrellas, etc...everything you need for a day at the beach!
This is a little corner of heaven on one of our favorite beaches in the world. The home is cozy, beautiful, well maintained, and has everything you need to enjoy time away from everything on a pristine, white, sandy beach. The hosts are gracious, kind, and quick to respond to any questions.
The house was fully stocked with amazing features, especially especially in the kitchen. There were extra fans and extra blankets in all of their rooms. The house was absolutely gorgeous, and I can’t wait to go back.
Stay was absolutely amazing. For our first-time in Florida with our family couldn't have ask for more. Beach house was clean and host was more the helpful with everything. Views are breathtaking.
Sunsets on the Sand is a great brachfront location with its own private yard that opens up to Indian Shores Beach. The host was always reachable and accommodating to our needs. The house worked perfectly for our family of five with lots of space upstairs and comfy living quarters on the main floor. There were plenty of games for the kids both in the house and for on the beach. There were many little extras as well, like a sewing kit, some toiletries and a great spice rack! Unfortunately the weather was quite cold when we arrived and it took more than a few hours to bring the house temperature up to 70 degrees. And although all the BBQ stuff was supplied the BBQ was not in a workable order. Regardless we still had an enjoyable stay.
Absolutely the most perfect vrbo we have found in our decade of using VRBO. House was perfect, location even more perfect. Full amenities meant we had plenty of beach toys and chairs and things to do. Everything was spotless clean. I don’t think Mr Clean could have had it any better. Views were spectacular with direct access to the beach. Even a little private beach yard for the younger kids to play. Owner very responsive and even had someone local come and turn on the lights for us since we were a very late arrival. I can’t fathom a single thing to improve upon, would give ten stars if I could. We are already planning to come back in a few months!
Ours was a group of 5 adults having our first family vacation in years, and we're glad we stayed here. The accommodations were clean and comfortable and the owner has provided lots of extras to try to make sure we had everything we needed. Sunset views were spectacular!
If we're back in the are we will definitely look into staying here again!
As expected. It’s little dated but who cares. Protect mgmt was great communicators and it’s on the beach and has everything you need as a beach goer. Would stay again!
We travel to Indian Shores every spring and have stayed at Scott and Mary's lovely home for the past 4 years. We just adore this location and I can't emphasize enough how beautiful, comfortable and well cared for their home is. I look forward all year long to drinking my coffee on the balcony, watching the dolphins bob along the shore and spending lazy days in the sun and turquoise water watching my kids play. So grateful for this house!
The property is right on the beach with spectacular views of the gulf. The house is comfortable and is located nicely along Gulf Blvd with less traffic than other areas. You feel at home here!
The property was perfect! Just steps to the beach and the most gorgeous sunsets from the balcony. The kitchen was large and fully stocked. A nice spot away from the busy traffic of Clearwater but close to several restaurants, bars, and shopping.
Cheryl K.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
About the host
Hosted by Scott and Mary Hammett
My wife are retired IT-types from Colorado. Between us we have five kids and seven grandkids.
Why they chose this property
We purchased this home as our retirement nest. After decades of shoveling Colorado snow we have decided to retire to the beach. We happily share our wonderful home with our guests.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests