10/10 Excellent
Alex K.
11 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Alex K.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Condo
130+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m
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Explore the area
Indian Shores, FL
- St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches3 min walk
- Splash Harbour Water Park4 min drive
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk14 min drive
- Clearwater, FL (CLW-Clearwater Air Park)27 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
130+ Reviews, Steps to Beach, Magnificent Water Views, None Cleaner, None Nicer!
Please see MORE THAN 130 five-star reviews from our previous guests! They've all loved it, and we're sure you will, too!
FANTASTIC VIEWS from waterfront top (third) floor unit on Intercoastal Waterway. Watch wild birds, dolphins, manatee and boats from very private balcony (you do not see, and are not seen from, other units). Private Garage, Pool, Quiet, Grill, Tranquility, Family Friendly, compete kitchen, Washer/Dryer.
The best water views and comforts kept our guests coming back to our Gulf Retreat 1 (VRBO Listing 43893). Now there's Gulf Retreat 2! The same floor plan, amenities and luxury appointments as our Gulf Retreat 1. Most importantly, the same fabulous VIEWS, and just a few feet away, in the same condo association.
Endless miles of wide white sand, never-crowded beach is easy access across street, great for walking, jogging, hiking, biking, fishing, and sunsets. Great location on beautiful Sand Key Island about midway between Clearwater and St. Pete beaches. Private fishing pier with bench on Intercoastal Waterway.
Spacious 1400 square feet with cathedral ceilings, open space design, large master bedroom that overlooks Intercoastal Waterway and opens onto balcony. Quiet, only four units in building. Deluxe completely furnished in 'Key West' style with king bed in master bedroom, two twin beds in guest bedroom with superior mattresses, queen-size sleep sofa, private single-car garage with remote openers.
Washer/Dryer in unit. Refrigerator with ice/water dispenser. Heated pool on grounds.
• Water views, water views, water views!
• Just steps to beach (approx. 150 yards)
• Washer/Dryer in unit
• Business Class cable internet and WiFi
• Upgraded digital cable TV package
• Private 1 car garage
• much more!
Restrictions: 7 day minimum. No elevator, you will walk up two flights of stairs (but wait until you see the view!!). Must be at least 25 to rent. Sorry, no pets are permitted. Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM. (This is not a party building.)
Keywords: Condominium Waterfront
FANTASTIC VIEWS from waterfront top (third) floor unit on Intercoastal Waterway. Watch wild birds, dolphins, manatee and boats from very private balcony (you do not see, and are not seen from, other units). Private Garage, Pool, Quiet, Grill, Tranquility, Family Friendly, compete kitchen, Washer/Dryer.
The best water views and comforts kept our guests coming back to our Gulf Retreat 1 (VRBO Listing 43893). Now there's Gulf Retreat 2! The same floor plan, amenities and luxury appointments as our Gulf Retreat 1. Most importantly, the same fabulous VIEWS, and just a few feet away, in the same condo association.
Endless miles of wide white sand, never-crowded beach is easy access across street, great for walking, jogging, hiking, biking, fishing, and sunsets. Great location on beautiful Sand Key Island about midway between Clearwater and St. Pete beaches. Private fishing pier with bench on Intercoastal Waterway.
Spacious 1400 square feet with cathedral ceilings, open space design, large master bedroom that overlooks Intercoastal Waterway and opens onto balcony. Quiet, only four units in building. Deluxe completely furnished in 'Key West' style with king bed in master bedroom, two twin beds in guest bedroom with superior mattresses, queen-size sleep sofa, private single-car garage with remote openers.
Washer/Dryer in unit. Refrigerator with ice/water dispenser. Heated pool on grounds.
• Water views, water views, water views!
• Just steps to beach (approx. 150 yards)
• Washer/Dryer in unit
• Business Class cable internet and WiFi
• Upgraded digital cable TV package
• Private 1 car garage
• much more!
Restrictions: 7 day minimum. No elevator, you will walk up two flights of stairs (but wait until you see the view!!). Must be at least 25 to rent. Sorry, no pets are permitted. Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM. (This is not a party building.)
Keywords: Condominium Waterfront
Property manager
Darryl Glenn
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Languages
English, Spanish
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Great for children! Quiet hours after 10:00 PM.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on balcony ONLY!
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Indian Shores
Located in Indian Shores, this condo is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches and Sand Key Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf and Florida Botanical Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Indian Shores, FL
What's nearby
- St. Petersburg - Clearwater Beaches - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Splash Harbour Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk - 14 min drive - 10.9 km
- Sand Key Park - 25 min drive - 12.6 km
- Clearwater Beach - 33 min drive - 14.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Original Crabby Bills - 4 min drive
- Guilty Sea Sports Pub - 3 min drive
- Wendy's - 6 min drive
- Salt Rock Grill - 3 min drive
- PJ's Oyster Bar - 4 min drive
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bethany P.
31 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Bethany P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Liya G.
12 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Liya G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monya v.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
Monya v.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike L.
24 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect as always
Mike L.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Ray W.
30 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
After the Storm
Ray W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shannon W.
21 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Shannon W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosemarie F.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a nice time
Rosemarie F.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shana H.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and spacious
Shana H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Gordon Harvey C.
8 May 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love mariners point
Gordon Harvey C.
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackie S.
25 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful View
Jackie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Erica H.
12 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Erica H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S.
16 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure Paradise
Timothy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jerry J., Bettendorf, IA
15 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Indian Shores Jewel
Jerry J.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kendra L.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect absolutely perfect
Kendra L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amber W.
24 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amber W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monya v.
22 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best views
Monya v.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa G.
30 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved Indian shores!
Alyssa G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andy M.
18 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A1 condo with perfect location
Andy M.
Stayed 35 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monya v.
5 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo
Monya v.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lesa W.
15 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter Week in FL
Lesa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosemarie F., Pgh. Pa
2 June 2019
Beautiful condo
Rosemarie F.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
10/10 Excellent
Wanda B.
15 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Indian Shores 2024
Wanda B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Crystal C.
6 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Crystal C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jerry J., Bettendorf, IA
4 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in wonderful location. View of Intercoastal from deck is the best!
Jerry J.
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2021
About the host
Hosted by Darryl Glenn
Isabel is from Spain and we met while I lived and worked there for ten years. During our years there we enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and especially staying in the quaint Bed and Breakfasts that are so typical there. We made notes of all of the things we liked and disliked about everywhere we stayed and planned to one day have somewhere unique and cozy of our own to offer to vacationers.
In 2000 work brought us to St. Petersburg, Florida. In 2004 we purchased a condo in Indian Shores, just a few miles from our home. We decorated it with nothing but the best (Isabel is an Interior Decorator and has her own business). As guests began to know us and word began to get around we soon had a steady flow of visitors and a full calendar. Just repeat visitors were nearly keeping the unit booked. In 2008 we decided to buy a second unit, with the exact same floor plan and the same extraordinary views, just a few steps away. We call them our Gulf Retreat 1 and Gulf Retreat 2.
In 2000 work brought us to St. Petersburg, Florida. In 2004 we purchased a condo in Indian Shores, just a few miles from our home. We decorated it with nothing but the best (Isabel is an Interior Decorator and has her own business). As guests began to know us and word began to get around we soon had a steady flow of visitors and a full calendar. Just repeat visitors were nearly keeping the unit booked. In 2008 we decided to buy a second unit, with the exact same floor plan and the same extraordinary views, just a few steps away. We call them our Gulf Retreat 1 and Gulf Retreat 2.
Why they chose this property
We love Indian Shores because it is the quietest, most relaxed part of Sand Key, the barrier island that runs along the Gulf shore from St. Pete Beach to Clearwater. It is the narrowest part of the Sand Key, only 150-200 yards across where we are located. That means you can enjoy both the Intracoastal Waterway and the Gulf of Mexico only a few steps apart.
Indian Shores is the last part of the coastline in Pinellas County that preserves a small-town feel. Gulf Blvd. is still just a two-lane road and the speed limit is 35 m.p.h. There's is only one traffic light in Indian Shores. There isn't as much asphalt as you see to the south or north of us, a lot fewer high-rise buildings and none of the tourist traps. While you will find all the restaurants and conveniences you need near-by Indian Shores is still primarily a residential, family-oriented community.
Indian Shores is the last part of the coastline in Pinellas County that preserves a small-town feel. Gulf Blvd. is still just a two-lane road and the speed limit is 35 m.p.h. There's is only one traffic light in Indian Shores. There isn't as much asphalt as you see to the south or north of us, a lot fewer high-rise buildings and none of the tourist traps. While you will find all the restaurants and conveniences you need near-by Indian Shores is still primarily a residential, family-oriented community.
What makes this property unique
Our view is of the Intercoastal Waterway, the body of water that separates Sand Key from the mainland. We love it because of all the boat traffic - it's fun to watch. The dolphins are always a joy to see, too. They are most active early in the morning or at sunset. Manatee are a little harder to spot, but are always around, too.
When the tide is low there is a sandbar that emerges from the water just off our balcony. The seabirds all come to feed there and it's wonderful entertainment.
And the Intracoastal Waterway is beautiful to behold at night, when the lights from the boats and other properties reflect off the surface. You must see it to appreciate it!
And of course the beach is just across the street. It takes just a couple of minutes to get there walking. It's never crowded and always relaxing. We have beach toys, inflatables, beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler... everything you need except a good book and suntan lotion! And we even have a handy cart to put everything in and wheel it across the street!
When the tide is low there is a sandbar that emerges from the water just off our balcony. The seabirds all come to feed there and it's wonderful entertainment.
And the Intracoastal Waterway is beautiful to behold at night, when the lights from the boats and other properties reflect off the surface. You must see it to appreciate it!
And of course the beach is just across the street. It takes just a couple of minutes to get there walking. It's never crowded and always relaxing. We have beach toys, inflatables, beach chairs, an umbrella, a cooler... everything you need except a good book and suntan lotion! And we even have a handy cart to put everything in and wheel it across the street!
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