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Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf

Beachfront condo with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Beach
Spacious family room with gulf view from each of the 3 private balconies
Spacious family room with high ceilings and open view to the Gulf
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8116.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Indian Shores, FL
  • Place, St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Splash Harbour Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #2

2 Double Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf

***Click on the video icon above to see a video tour of the property!!!***

Imagine waking up to the sound of the waves lapping onto the shore and enjoying your morning coffee on the covered balcony as the dolphin swim by. Create your own private cabana on the sugar sand beach with our comfy beach chairs and umbrellas. At the end of the day, wind down with your favorite cocktail as you watch the sun dip below the horizon from your own private rooftop terrace…its 5 o’clock somewhere...

*** UPDATE ***
We are pleased to announce that our condo had no damage from the 2024 hurricane season. We look forward to hosting you!

Come enjoy all the beach has to offer with all of the comforts of home and more. Amenities include:

• Breathtaking gulf front views from three balconies
• Extra large private sundeck with chaise lounges
• Private roof-top terrace for watching amazing sunsets
• 18 foot vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams and hardwood floors
• Upgraded kitchen with brand new appliances
• Beach chic motif with updated furniture and vintage beach art
• No check in/out process! Keyless entry to our unit
• Balcony directly off the master bedroom with wide open gulf views
• 3 brand new Sony SmartTVs – Main 55”, Master 46”, Guest 40”
• New comfortable mattresses in every bedroom
• Tommy Bahama beach lounge chairs, umbrella, and cooler
• Latest entertainment amenities – HD DVR, DVD, Bose Sound Link, etc.
• Two assigned parking spaces - one covered

Sunplace is located within Indian Shores, a charming, laid back, family-friendly community located on a pristine beach. Walk to one of the nearby restaurants, rent beach cruisers to go exploring, hop on the trolly to one of the neighboring beach towns, or take a short ride into St. Pete and go shopping on Beach Drive. We are centrally located between St. Petersburg, Clearwater, and Tampa. Universal, Disney World, Epcot, Hard Rock Casino, and Bush Gardens are just a short drive away.

The rental includes everything you need for a great vacation, including towels, linens, beach gear…even sand toys for the kids. Come relax, reflect, and recharge! We will take care of the rest.

Please note this small building does not have an elevator and the condo is located on the 2nd floor.

Sincerely,

The Donoghue Family

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadlock

About the area

Indian Shores

Located in Indian Shores, this condo is on 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Russell Stadium or TD Ballpark. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Indian Shores, FL

What's nearby

  • St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Sand Key Park - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Clearwater Beach - 22 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Angry Pepper Taphouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Salt Rock Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Caddy's Pub - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Time Out - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sol-Sister - Private Beach Getaway Overlooking The Gulf located?

Nestled on the beach, this Indian Shores condo building is within a 5-minute walk of St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf. Belleair Beach and Town Square Nature Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 156 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great place with fabulous beach views!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very nice, clean and looked just like the pictures. Hosts were very nice and the communication was amazing. Loved it and would stay there again if we got a chance!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Perfect

We had 4 teens and we had space and it was clean and right on the beach. Beautiful, clean, right on the beach, spacious. Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

krystyna t.

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

Family vacations

Great stay. Great property and location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

TROY L.

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

Fun place to stay

Great location, the balconies are awesome, great location to get to restaurants and shopping etc..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna K.

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

Dirty thirty

This place was super cute, pet friendly, and right on the beach. Pretty much anywhere in the condo you can see the ocean which was a huge plus. Great for a little weekend get away. Very close to cute coffee shops and salt rock grill which was delish!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Sol -sister

The beach was beautiful and the property was right on the beach !!!!! Loved the roof top balcony … and the binder that was provided was so helpful!! Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sherri G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures on VRBO are not accurate! Bugs and mold, spiral staircase was a little rickety. We did not spend one night.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE G.

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

Great place!

We stayed for 2 weeks, amazing views, quiet, clean and everything you’d need. Wonderful sitting on the balconies each night watching the sunset. Management was great, very prompt if I had any questions. Highly recommend this place. Also Crabby Bill’s all you can eat crab legs on Wednesdays is def worth it. Guppy’s is so good as well.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

KJ B.

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

Great stay

We enjoyed this property so much, once again! This building is perfect for families or groups who want to be *right* on the beach. The manager/owner was very accessible and helpful. We've stayed at this building before and absolutely will stay here again next time we are in FL. Thank you, Sean and Jen!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Beautiful beach holiday!

This was a great beachfront property with a fun nautical vibe! Very quiet and relaxing stay. We spied groups of dolphins as we took advantage of the easy access sugar sand beaches. Everyone in our family was comfortable and had a wonderful holiday week.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Great family vacation.

House is well maintained and clean, just as listed. Comfy! Great access to beach and all you need to have a great day on the beach. Local area has things to do and you don’t need to go far to find good food! Thanks for paying attention to little details in your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

zac c.

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

Perfect beach getaway

7 of us stayed here ranging from 12yrs old to adults. Everyone loved the accommodations. Checkin was super easy as well as check out. Beach is literally 50ft away from balcony. Beautiful sunsets. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

mary c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great getaway

Loved the decor it was perfect. Loved waking up every day and enjoying my coffee watching the dolphins swim. The only negative was the hot tub being removed and not replaced before our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing

Absolutely just like described in photos, and descriptions. Amazing view and entrance to the beach. Very nice beach. I'm in love with the kitchen, my youngest child was in love with the twisty stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Karen B., Winter Haven, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Didn’t want to leave

I could live in the place! Everything was wonderful. Only negative was that there was no hot tub which was advertised as being on rooftop. Part of reason I chose was for that.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Perfect

This was the best Vrbo we have ever stayed at and we have stayed at plenty. The home is beautifully decorated, all needs/wants provided, and the beach location perfect. You feel like you are staying at a friends house with the welcome note, detailed information in a welcome binder, and suggested cleaning if you want to be helpful but not a detailed list of check out mandates. Prompt responses. Just a perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Ashley D.

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

Friends

Property is beautiful! It was difficult for us to climb up 3 floors of stairs with our luggage and food. Oven didn’t work properly so we were unable to cook. The beach was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was amazing! The perfect location, the beach chairs and umbrella, cooler, beach towels and the most amenities (soap, paper towels, etc ) we have ever had at any rental. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo with direct beachfront access. The owners have very clearly put a lot of thought and love into their place. The decor is so fun and fits so well. Clean, everything you need provided to just hit the beach. Excellent communication throughout. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish I could give more stars! Absolutely wonderful VRBO experience. Great home, perfect location, exceptional communication and hospitality from host, and a price that made us smile. If you’re looking for a family outing in Indian Shores, this is the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Caprice F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location and the condo was beautiful.I really wanted to say we would come back but we probably would not. This was due to the smell of the condo, the potential presence of mold, the major accumulation of dust on the ceilings and decorative items and the ant problem. We did wash our clothes before our trip home but had to rewash a couple of times with extra vinegar because the smell did permeate the clothing/luggage/toys. I hate even having to comment on this because we truly had an amazing vacation and the condo was stunning and perfect for my family. My brother was able to bring an air purifier and dehumidifier which helped slightly but the issues are deeper and need proper handling.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle V.

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

Perfect stay at the beach

"Our stay at this beachside condo was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, everything was exactly as described, exceeding our expectations. Communication with the owners was incredibly easy and helpful, making the entire process stress-free.A true testament to their excellent service was when I accidentally left my jacket behind. The owners were incredibly accommodating, offering several convenient options to get it back to me – a gesture that was genuinely appreciated.Inside the condo, comfort was key. The beds were wonderfully comfortable, ensuring a restful night's sleep after long days by the ocean. And speaking of the ocean, the view from the condo was simply amazing, offering breathtaking vistas that we enjoyed constantly. Being just steps from the beach was the ultimate convenience, allowing us to easily maximize our time on the sand and in the water.Finally, the instruction book provided was remarkably helpful, answering all our questions and making our stay even smoother. We had such a wonderful experience that we will absolutely be staying here again on our next beach getaway!"
sunset from the room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic! We could sit on one of the 3 decks and watch our 12 and 13 year olds play on the beach. Felt very safe. You are close to Clearwater with the crowds and activities, but you aren’t IN Clearwater with the crazy crowds. There’s no pool, but no one missed that at all! Great food options close by. Well appointed rental with all we needed including beach chairs and boogie boards. Liunge chairs on the top deck were torn up and should be tossed, but again, no one cared at all. When we had a question Jen was quick to respond. Definitely recommend!!! We’ll be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

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

Family Getaway

The owners were the best. They were always there for me when I had questions. The view is the best. The beach was not crowded at all at this time of year in April., 2025. There were 5 of us. If you want steps to the beach and umbrellas and chairs and sand toys.it’s all there.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sean Donoghue

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My wife is from California and I am from Michigan. We met on a random road down the Pacific Coast Highway and the rest they say is history. We live in Tampa (just a short drive away) and are the proud parents of Finn who keeps us pretty busy.

Why they chose this property

My wife and I have always felt connected to the water and after Finn was born we found ourselves the beach constantly. I had been coming to Indian Shores since I moved down in 1998 and fell in love with the laid back family atmosphere it had to offer. So after searching for nearly two years...we found Sunplace. We fell in love instantly and knew this is where we wanted to make our family memories together. Since our schedules never let us use it as much as we like...we wanted to share it with others...to let our guests get a better understanding of why we think this is one of the best places on earth! Enjoy!

What makes this property unique

A large majority of the gulf front condos are cookie cutter - two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a small balcony located in a huge building. We wanted to buy a property that had character and was welcoming to our family and friends. We believe this property is one of the most unique on the beach - offering a tremendous amount of privacy with all the modern conveniences. But don't take our word for it...come see for yourself!

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